Comparison of Antiseptics Containing Povidone-Iodine and Hypochlorous Acid Active Substances in Preventing Central Catheter–Related Bloodstream Infection in Intensive Care Units

In the study findings, central venous catheter-related bloodstream infection was observed to be less in catheter dressings applied with an antiseptic containing hypochlorous acid active substance than in catheter dressings applied with povidone-iodine. Hence, it is recommended to expand the use of an antiseptic containing hypochlorous acid active substance in catheter dressings.