A survey of 35 pediatric dermatologists found that while all respondents receive inpatient central line dressing (CLD)-related consults, 66% lack standardized protocols for managing adverse skin reactions. Most reactions were in children aged 1-12 years, with management strategies including switching to alternative products and applying topical corticosteroids. The study highlights the need for a standardized protocol for managing cutaneous CLD reactions in pediatric patients. Further research is needed to better characterize CLD-associated allergic contact dermatitis, irritant dermatitis, and skin infections. The study was led by Carly Mulinda of Columbia University and published in Pediatric Dermatology. Limitations included variable respondent awareness of institutional CLD protocols and potential recency bias. No conflicts of interest were reported.
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Pediatric Central Line Skin Reactions Lack Rx Protocols
