Research Article

An In Vivo Rabbit Model for the Evaluation of Antimicrobial Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter to Reduce Microbial Migration and Colonization as Compared to an Uncoated PICC

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Left side image shows actual catheter placement (rabbit 10 shown) prior to challenge and bandaging. Right side is a cartoon diagram representing catheter placement and challenge procedures. The diagram displays only those portions of the device which are evaluated. Note that the test and control sides are randomized between animals and groups.
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