Bloodstream Infections Among Veterans With Cardiac Implantable Electronic Devices: Source Identification and Intervention Strategies

Open Forum Infectious Diseases 2026 Open access

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Authors: Dipandita Basnet, Samuel W. Golenbock, Judith M. Strymish, Hillary J. Mull, Rebecca P. Lamkin, Marlena H. Shin, Kimberly L. Harvey, Adolf W. Karchmer, Westyn Branch‐Elliman
DOI: 10.1093/ofid/ofag020
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Abstract

Bloodstream infection in patients with cardiovascular implantable electronic devices (CIEDs) is not uncommon. Among veterans with CIEDs from 2018 to 2023, 4.7% (1893 of 40 243) developed bacteremia. CIED involvement was identified in 305 patients. Factors associated with increased risk of CIED involvement included known infection of other devices and a diagnosis of endocarditis; urinary tract infection was associated with decreased risk.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Infective Endocarditis Diagnosis and Management Central Venous Catheters and Hemodialysis Cardiac pacing and defibrillation studies

Publication details

Journal / source
Open Forum Infectious Diseases
Volume
13
Issue
2
Pages
ofag020–ofag020
Publication date
1 February 2026
Language
EN