This systematic review was intended to evaluate the impact of using needleless connectors in closed infusion systems in the event of a bloodstream infection related to central venous catheter. The sample consisted of 14 studies, which investigated only needleless connectors. The bloodstream infection related to central venous catheter was the result of nine studies. Six produced evidence in favor of the valve connector, four in favor of the cannula connector for puncturing, one in favor of needle connector, one in favor of positive pressure valve connector, and two in favor of the device used before the change. The heterogeneity of the studies did not allow the realization of a meta-analysis.
Review literature as topic; Catheter-related infections; Cross infection
