Catheter-Related Bloodstream Infections to be Focus of AVA Meeting

In addition to its focus of vascular catheter-related infections, the AVA conference will explore the increased use of ultrasound guidance in vascular access and will offer a certification program in ultrasound usage.

This year’s AVA conference will also feature the first annual Wise Foundation Gala, to raise funds for the foundation. AVA launched the Wise Foundation for Vascular Access Education & Research in 2008, to help fund vascular access education and research.

An AVA webinar called “Building a Better Bundle,” originally held Aug. 13, is archived on the AVA Web site and available for free. The Webinar demonstrates that it is possible to sharply reduce or eliminate CRBSI by adding evidence-based practices and technologies to central line bundles developed by clinical organizations such as IHI. A link to the Webinar can be found on the homepage at www.avainfo.org.

Source: Association for Vascular Access