In multivariate analysis, higher serum albumin was independently associated with an increased likelihood of catheter salvage [odds ratio (OR) 2.43, <i>P</i> = .038], while longer dialysis vintage (OR 0.90, <i>P</i> = .035) and <i>Pseudomonas</i> infection (OR 0.05, <i>P</i> = .014) were associated with reduced salvage rates.<h4>Conclusion</h4>Adjunctive ELT improved early catheter salvage and reduced recurrence without significant adverse effects. The gene discussed is ALB; the disease is infection.