Table 2 The association between the Central line characteristics and mortality in adults

Central line type

Non-tunneled

98

56

P = 0.0478

Tunneled

6

2

Peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC)

45

12

Port-a-Cath

1

3

Lumens

Single

4

4

P = 0.4234

Multiple

96

54

Indication

Temporary

141

66

P = 0.6227

Permanent

8

5

Site

Jugular

39

24

P = 0.0034

Subclavian

14

7

Femoral

36

28

Umbilical

13

1

Others

50

10