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World J Clin Pediatr. Sep 9, 2026; 15(3): 118413
Published online Sep 9, 2026. doi: 10.5409/wjcp.118413
Published online Sep 9, 2026. doi: 10.5409/wjcp.118413
Figure 1 Key driver diagram outlining aim and change ideas.
CLABSI: Central line associated blood stream infection; NICU: Neonatal intensive care unit; SOPs: Standard operating procedure; q8h: Every 8 hourly; q24h: Every 24 hourly.
Figure 2 Study timeline and intervention phases.
CLABSI: Central line associated blood stream infection; CI: Central line insertion.
Figure 3 Statistical process control charts demonstrating a sustained downward shift in central line associated blood stream infection rates.
CLABSI: Central line associated blood stream infection; LCL: Lower control limit; UCL: Upper control limit.
- Citation: Pillai A, Kabra N, Nayak A, Bhanushali M, Balasubramanian H, Shivananda S. Transforming central line associated blood stream infection prevention in neonates: Results from a multimodal quality improvement initiative. World J Clin Pediatr 2026; 15(3): 118413
- URL: https://www.wjgnet.com/2219-2808/full/v15/i3/118413.htm
- DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.5409/wjcp.118413