The Journal of hospital infection
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Review Meta Analysis
Silver-impregnated external-ventricular-drain-related cerebrospinal fluid infections: a meta-analysis.
Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) infection is the primary complication associated with placement of an external ventricular drain (EVD). The use of silver-impregnated EVD catheters has become commonplace in many neurosurgical centres. ⋯ The antimicrobial effects of silver-impregnated EVD catheters may be selective, and may need to be evaluated further in a prospective, controlled manner.