The epidemiology of central venous catheter-related bloodstream infection in our renal units is changing.

Recent reports have shown an increase in the rate of Gram-negative bacteremia in several settings, including catheter-related bloodstream infections (CRBSI). To analyze if the epidemiology of CRBSI is also changing in hemodialysis patients, we revisited the etiology of CRBSIs in our renal unit over 8 years. During the observed periods, 149 episodes of CRBSIs were reported and the CRBSI incidence rate, ranged between 0.

Complete Genome and Plasmids Sequences of a Clinical Isolate Producing Plasmid Mediated NDM-1 from Italy.

The spread of carbapenemase genes, such as , in poses a public health threat. The aim of the study was to characterize the genome and plasmids sequences of an NDM-1-positive strain (IBCRE14), which was isolated in 2019 from a catheterized patient hospitalized in Italy. : Whole genome sequencing (WGS) of IBCRE14 was performed on extracted genomic DNA using Sequel I platform.

Evolution of fungemia in an Italian region.

Background: Fungemia represents a public health concern. Knowing aetiology and activity of the antifungals is critical for the management of bloodstream infections. Therefore, surveillance on local/international levels is desirable for a prompt administration of appropriate therapy.

High success rate in salvage of catheter-related bloodstream infections due to , on behalf of project group of Italian society of nephrology.

Background: Catheter-related bloodstream infections caused by represent one of the most fearful infections in chronic haemodialysis patients with tunnelled central venous catheters. Current guidelines suggest prompt catheter removal in patients with positive blood cultures for . This manoeuvre requires inserting a new catheter into the same vein or another one and is not without its risks.