Comparison of performance among split-tip and symmetrical-tip hemodialysis catheters
Different tip designs (step, split, and symmetrical) have been developed to ameliorate the catheter-related problems. The aim of the study was to compare the efficacy
Modified approach for ultrasound-guided axillary venipuncture in the infraclavicular area
The ultrasound-guided oblique-axis/in-plane approach is a safe and reliable alternative to the routine ultrasound-guided approach for axillary venous catheterization” Yao et al (2019). Abstract: BACKGROUND:
Survivorship rate of peripheral IV catheters placed in the emergency department
We compare the use and survivorship rate of peripheral intravenous catheters placed in the emergency department (ED) by insertion method” Shokoohi et al (2019). Abstract:
Narrative review addresses vascular access device choice
This narrative review addresses vascular access device choice from peripheral intravenous catheters through central venous catheters, including the evolving use of midline catheters” Cawcutt et
Effect of impregnated central venous catheters on thrombosis in paediatric intensive care
The CATheter infections in CHildren (CATCH) trial reported reduced risks of bloodstream infection with antibiotic impregnated compared with heparin-bonded or standard central venous catheters (CVC)
Risk Factors associated with upper extremity deep vein thrombosis following PICC insertion
PICC-related UEDVT is a common complication. Active cancer and higher baseline C-reactive protein level were associated with the occurrence of this condition” Levy et al
Antibiotic treatment following coagulase-negative staphylococci CLABSI
CoNS is the main cause of catheter-related bloodstream infections (CRBSI). Current guidelines recommend catheter withdrawal followed by antibiotics for at least 5 days. We aimed
Clinical use of electrical stimulation with the Veinplicity® device
Increase in first attempt success was clinically relevant when electrical stimulation with the Veinplicity® device was combined with the application of a tourniquet in participants
Variation in use and outcomes related to midline catheters
While midline vascular catheters are gaining popularity in clinical practice, patterns of use and outcomes related to these devices are not well known” Chopra et
Clinical decision support system for IV fluid administration
The aim of this study is to make a first step towards a model predictive clinical decision support system for fluid administration, by extending the
Total intravenous anesthesia and target-controlled infusion in children
Propofol administered in conjunction with an opioid such as remifentanil is used to provide total intravenous anesthesia for children. Drugs can be given as infusion
IV lidocaine utilized as an opioid-sparing analgesic
A 55-year-old man with well-controlled human immunodeficiency virus on highly active antiretroviral therapy was prescribed a lidocaine infusion at 1 mg/kg/h for postoperative pain” Kramer
Safety outcomes of 100,000 PICC used for IV treatments
This multicenter retrospective study aimed to provide a comprehensive assessment of the safety of PICCs in administering parenteral supportive treatments” Campagna et al (2019). Abstract:
Seasonal differences in central line-associated bloodstream infection
Using prospectively collected surveillance data at a tertiary care hospital in Central Europe, we investigated seasonal differences in central line-associated bloodstream infection incidence” Schreiber et
Catheter-related thrombosis rate of midline and PICC
This was a retrospective comparison spanning 13 months of MCs and PICCs for symptomatic CR thrombosis at an 1100 bed tertiary care academic medical center”
Behavior of health care workers in the area of needlestick injuries
The aim of this study was to analyze behaviors of health care workers (HCWs) in the field of needlestick injuries (NSIs) as well as to
Use of ECG to verify PICC tip position during follow-up period
To evaluate the feasibility and accuracy of intracavitary electrocardiogram for verifying tip position of peripherally inserted central catheters in cancer patients during follow-up period” You
Migration of totally implantable venous device into coronary sinus
Totally implantable venous device has a good safety profile, although certain complications may occur. Late mechanical complications include catheter fracture and cardiac migration which are
Risk of needlestick injuries in a tertiary university hospital in southern Italy
Worldwide the needlestick injuries of health care workers (HCWs) still represent a major health problem. The authors aimed to evaluate the risk of HCW needlestick
Working practices of waste handlers in Ethiopia
Waste handlers play a significant role for its proper management and they need to have adequate knowledge, attitude, and practices. The study aimed to evaluate
Review of vincristine administration safety in Switzerland
International recommendations are not widely implemented in Swiss hospitals. Syringes are still in use and other safety measures are sparsely disseminated. Thus, Swiss vincristine patients
Relationship between hemoglobin levels and vancomycin clearance
It is important to accurately estimate accurate vancomycin (VCM) clearance (CLvcm) for appropriate VCM dosing in the treatment of patients with sepsis” Chuma et al
Chicken-based model for teaching ultrasound-guided central venous catheter insertion
Current models used for simulation-based teaching are expensive and may not replicate tissue feel and ultrasound qualities of human tissues. We aimed to evaluate a
Peripheral intravenous catheter placement experience in pediatrics
J-Tips are a needle-free injection system that use pressurized gas to inject lidocaine in a fine stream of fluid that penetrates the skin. This study
Safety of administering sodium chloride 3% through peripheral venous catheters
The objective of this study was to evaluate the safety of peripheral venous administration of sodium chloride 3%” Dillon et al (2017). Abstract: PURPOSE: Traditionally,
Medication administration errors and related deviations from safe practice
To determine the incidence of medication administration errors, medication administration-related deviations from safe practice as well as factors associated with these errors in medical and
Experience with Oritavancin therapy in invasive gram-positive infections
The pharmacokinetic profile and convenient one-time dosing make oritavancin an enticing option for other serious Gram-positive infections requiring prolonged treatment courses” Stewart et al (2017).
Initial specimen diversion device significantly decreases blood culture contamination
In a prospective, controlled trial at an academic center Emergency Department, a device that diverts and sequesters the initial 1.5-2mL portion of blood (which presumably
What is the quality of video materials for point-of-care ultrasound-guided procedure training?
This study assessed widely available educational videos for point-of-care US-guided procedures relevant to internal medicine: central venous catheterization, thoracentesis, and paracentesis” Khandelwal et al (2017).
Will hang height of enteral nutrition influence the delivery of enteral nutrition?
The purpose of this study was to evaluate whether hang height of EN formula, formula viscosity, or flow rate influences pump accuracy and formula delivery”
Characteristics of community sharp exposures reported in the city of Rio de Janeiro
Exposures to sharps injuries occurring in the community are relatively frequent. We describe characteristics of community sharp exposures reported in the city of Rio de
Efficacy of smart infusion pumps with drug libraries and dose error reduction systems
The aim of the study was to investigate the efficacy of intravenous (IV) smart pumps with drug libraries and dose error reduction system (DERS) to
Insertion of implantable port in a patient with persistent left superior vena cava
During implantation of a subcutaneous central venous access port through puncture of the left subclavian vein, a PLSVC was discovered. A venography and computed tomography
Intraosseous access to inject contrast media for computed tomographic angiography
The objective of this study is to evaluate the safety and quality of computed tomographic angiography of the thoracic aorta (CTA-TA) exams performed using intraosseous
Performance of the Baxter elastomeric infuser under hyperbaric conditions
There are limited data on the use of elastomeric infusion pumps during hyperbaric oxygen treatment” Perks et al (2017). Abstract: INTRODUCTION: There are limited data
Using distraction cards for relieving pain associated with pediatric venipuncture
To investigate the efficacy of distraction by flippits/distraction cards in relieving pain associated with pediatric venipuncture process in young children” Risaw et al (2017). Abstract:
Treatment of central venous access device-related upper extremity DVT
Anticoagulation for at least 3 months or the duration of the indwelling CVAD is recommended for treatment of CRT” Rajasekhar and Streiff (2017). Abstract: Central
Cross-sectional and longitudinal approaches to ultrasound-guided peripheral venepuncture
Ultrasound-guided peripheral intravenous access may present an alternative to central or intraosseous access in patients with difficult peripheral veins” Griffiths et al (2017). Abstract: BACKGROUND:
Haemodialysis infection risk assessment tool
The infection risk assessment visit in haemodialysis is a tool which contributes to the safety of care” Laprugne-Garcia and Gardes (2017). Abstract: Haemodialysis is a
Management of intrapleural extravasation of cytotoxic chemotherapy
Unfortunately, if such extravasation occurs into the pleural space, limited data is available to guide appropriate management” Aguirre et al (2017). Abstract: The extravasation of
Detection and prevention of peripheral venous access device complications
Complications associated with short peripheral catheters and peripherally inserted central catheters include tourniquet retention, tubing and catheter misconnections, phlebitis, air embolism, device fragment embolization, and
Australian paramedics in relation to hand hygiene and gloving practices
Paramedic hand hygiene and gloving practices require substantial improvement to lower potential transmission of pathogens and improve patient safety and clinical care” Barr et al
What is the potential contamination rate of non-sterile gloves in clinical use?
Despite intense promotion of hand hygiene as the key measure to protect patients from health care-associated infection, NSCG dominate routine clinical practice and potential cross-contamination
Effect of child life specialists on the success rate of intravenous cannulation
The objective of this study is to determine the impact of interventions by CLS upon successful attainment of intravenous (IV) cannulation among pediatric patients in
Internal jugular vein catheterisation results in brachial plexus compression
We report a case of brachial plexus palsy due to compression by right subclavian artery pseudoaneurysm as a result of IJV catheterization in a patient
Complications following implantation of subcutaneous central venous access ports
The aim of our study was revised as follows: to clarify the postoperative complications of multifunctional central venous ports and the risk factors for such
Management of central venous access device-associated skin impairment
These conditions can impair the skin surrounding the CVAD insertion site, resulting in an increased likelihood of skin damage when standard CVAD management practices are
Incidence of infective endocarditis secondary to central venous catheters
There is an increasing incidence of infective endocarditis secondary to central venous catheters, which is termed as ‘healthcare-associated infective endocarditis’” Sundhu et al (2017). Abstract;
Review of ultrasound-guided subclavian/axillary vein cannulation
We revisit a method that may provide increased safety and avoidance of pneumothorax during ultrasound-guided subclavian/axillary vein cannulation. This is achieved by directing the needle
Budd-Chiari syndrome secondary to catheter-associated inferior vena cava thrombosis
We describe the first case of Budd-Chiari syndrome (BCS) secondary to central venous catheter misplacement in a patient with CKD” Araujo et al (2017). Abstract:
Phlebotomy teams and blood culture contamination reduction
Several strategies have already been adopted to reduce contamination rates, including skin asepsis with different preparations, educational interventions, use of sterile kits, and implementation of
Efficacy of topical decolonization agents on biofilm reduction
Our data provide evidence that OCT and CHG are effective components for disinfection of MRSA-biofilms” Günther et al (2017). Abstract: Background: Device-associated infections due to