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Table 2 Distribution of CRBSI pathogens in neonates with PICC (n = 46)

From: Analysis of risk factors of PICC-related bloodstream infection in newborns: implications for nursing care

Pathogens

Number

Proportion (%)

Gram-positive bacteria

19

41.31

Staphylococcus aureus

11

23.92

Hemolytic streptococcus

5

10.87

Staphylococcus epidermidis

3

6.52

Gram-negative bacteria

24

52.17

Escherichia coli

12

26.08

Pseudomonas aeruginosa

5

10.87

Enterobacter cloacae

3

6.52

Klebsiella pneumoniae

2

4.35

Acinetobacter baumannii

2

4.35

Fungus

3

6.52

Candida albicans

3

6.52