Use of PICCs in Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation: A Retrospective Analysis of 285 Cases

2014 EPIC guidelines); (c) adoption of new devices e so-called ’port protectors’ for chronic disinfection of the hub (as recommended by the 2014 SHEA/IDSA guidelines). Results and implications: We believe these new approach focused on both ELC and ILC prevention will have a positive impact on the overall risk of CRBSI in our hospitals. Conclusion: As current evidence suggests that today the prevalent route of bacterial contamination of VAD is intra-luminal, rather than extra-luminal, new policies and new strategies are necessary, so to minimize the risk of infection and getting closer to the ’targeting zero’.