Cannula-related venous thrombosis after venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation
The incidence of cannula-related venous thrombosis after venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation is high” Fisser et al (2019). Abstract: Objectives: Venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation is indicated
Propofol infusion syndrome literature review
Clinicians should consider propofol infusion syndrome in cases of unexplained metabolic acidosis, ECG changes, and rhabdomyolysis” Hemphill et al (2019). Abstract: Propofol infusion syndrome is
Complication rates in patients receiving continuous renal replacement therapy
To analyze the practice pattern of vascular access use and complication rates in patients receiving continuous renal replacement therapy from a large Chinese urban medical
Pharmacokinetics of continuous-infusion ceftazidime in febrile neutropenic children
To conduct a population pharmacokinetic analysis of continuous-infusion ceftazidime in a retrospective cohort of paediatric HSCT patients” Cojutti et al (2019). Abstract: OBJECTIVES: To conduct
Complications of totally implantable central venous port system insertion
The aim of the present study was to describe the procedure of totally implantable central venous port system (TICVPS) insertion performed at our center and
Surveillance system for decreasing neonatal nosocomial infections
Surveillance systems are useful to reduce nosocomial infection in VLBW infants. Reduction in antibiotic and CVC use requires longer intervention time” Estañ-Capell et al (2019).
Effect of prehospital blood draws on length of stay for chest pain patients
This article provides research of cardiac biomarkers being drawn in the prehospital setting compared with the emergency department (ED) on intervals critical to the diagnosis
Information on the stability of ampicillin in total parenteral nutrition
Ampicillin (AMP) is frequently administered parenterally in critically ill patients with meningitis or endocarditis. Many of them require parallel infusion of total parenteral nutrition (TPN)
Reduction of neonatal hospital-acquired infections
Central line associated blood stream infection episodes decreased from 15.2 to 2.29 episodes per 1000 catheter days (P = .004)” Flidel-Rimon et al (2019). Abstract: We instituted
Prevalence and predictors of PICC-associated bloodstream infections
To evaluate the prevalence and predictors of peripherally inserted central catheter-associated bloodstream infection (PBSI) and PBSI-related death in hospitalized adult patients” Lee et al (2019).
Study demonstrates significant decrease in neonatal CLABSI
Although there was a significant decrease in CLABSIs and non-CLABSIs, hospital-acquired infections in preterm neonates remained high” Zipursky et al (2019). Abstract: OBJECTIVE: To determine
The prehospital trauma registry experience with intraosseous access
Within the registry, IO placement was relatively low (<10%) and used in casualties who received several other life-saving interventions at a higher rate than casualties
Prevention of venous thrombosis in paediatric acute lymphoblastic leukaemia
Secondary outcomes are central line-associated infections, patency and line replacement, superficial thrombosis, arterial events and death” O’Brien et al (2019). Abstract: Venous thromboembolic (VTE) complications
Use of lidocaine on vascular pain induced by hypertonic saline infusion
To determine the analgesic efficacy and analgesic duration of lidocaine 20 mg and 40 mg on eliminating the vascular pain associated with hypertonic saline infusion”
Implanted vascular access device related deep vein thrombosis in oncology patients
We sought to assess the incidence of IVAD-related upper extremity deep vein thrombosis (IVAD-related UEDVT) associated with BioFlo® IVADs (Angiodynamics, Inc.)” Suleman et al (2019).
Spinal infections among patients with long-term central venous catheters
Spinal infections are a rare yet serious metastatic complication of bacteremia among patients with long-term central venous catheters (CVCs) for which clinicians must remain vigilant”
OPAT for avoidance of hospitalisation in children
One area of increased focus for antimicrobial stewardship is outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy (OPAT)” Krah and Hersh (2019). Abstract: In an effort to combat antimicrobial
Study determines the safety of IV magnesium sulfate infusion
The administration of IV infusion of MgSO4 (4 g/100 mL) in 5% dextrose over a 4-hour treatment period poses no significant deleterious effects on cardiovascular,
Errors in postoperative administration of intravenous patient-controlled analgesia
The findings provide valuable information that can aid in the development of policy and procedures for safer, more effective postoperative administration of IV PCA” Lee
Anaphylaxis to chlorhexidine-impregnated central venous catheters
We report a case series of anaphylaxis to chlorhexidine-coated central venous catheters (CVCs) when used in cardiac surgical patients in our institution” Baird and Cokis
Impact on life cycle carbon footprint of converting from disposable to reusable sharps containers
A previous study found that converting from disposable to reusable sharps containers (DSC, RSC) reduced sharps waste stream GHG by 84% but found transport distances
Haemodynamic effects of crystalloid and colloid volume resuscitation
We argue that primary as well as derived and efficiency measures should be reported and discussed when haemodynamic studies are reported involving fluid administrations” Sondergaard
Ultrasound-guided venous catheterization in apheresis
To investigate if ultrasound guidance for PVC could be implemented among apheresis nurses. Second, how implementation of ultrasound guidance affected the number of CVCs used
Delta checks effective tool for detecting transfusion blood group errors
Delta checks proved to be an effective tool for detecting blood group errors and prevention of accidental mismatched blood transfusions” Makroo and Bhatia (2017). Abstract:
Echocardiogram determines umbilical venous catheter tip location in very low birth weight infants
To compare chest X-ray with echocardiogram (ECHO) in the localization of an umbilical venous catheter (UVC) tip in very low birth weight infants (VLBW)” Karber
Negative-pressure wound therapy treats epirubicin extravasation injury
To the best of the authors’ knowledge, this is the first report of a strategy comprising the combination of negative-pressure wound therapy and a latissimus
Missed guide wire in inferior vena cava after central venous cannulation
We report an interesting clinical report of missed guide wire during central venous cannulation in the right internal jugular vein (IJV)” Tomar et al (2017).
Rapid detection and species-level identification of yeasts
The purpose of this study was to explore if a disposable CSA could differentially identify 7 species of pathogenic yeasts growing in blood culture” Shrestha
Evaluation of peripherally inserted central catheter complications
We describe a prospective observational cohort (N = 187) to evaluate peripherally inserted central catheter line complications concurrently from the time of placement until removal” Liscynesky et
Rates of central line–associated bloodstream infection in 3 Arabian gulf countries
After adjusting for differences in intensive care unit types, the risk of CLABSI in GCC hospitals was 146% higher than NHSN hospitals but 33% lower
Review of hemodynamic monitoring techniques in the emergency department
We review the role, applicability and validity of various methods and techniques that include; clinical assessment, passive leg raising, blood pressure, finger based monitoring devices,
Implementation of a handshake-free zone in a neonatal intensive care unit
We hypothesized that a handshake-free zone (HFZ) could be established within our neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) and would be well-received by patient families and
Comparison of intravenous and endotracheal Epinephrine during neonatal CPR
A retrospective examination is presented of intravenous vs a lower (0.03 mg/kg) and higher (0.05 mg/kg) dose of endotracheal epinephrine during delivery room cardiopulmonary resuscitation” Halling et
Clinical impact of delays in updates to infusion pump drug limit libraries
We found that 31% of all started infusions had used outdated DLL versions, and 22.6% of all alerts were triggered by outdated DLLs. These findings
Outcomes PICC placement in extremely preterm infants
To evaluate the duration of catheter stay, incidence of non-elective removal and rates of complications associated with peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs) in relation to
What is the most effective needleless connector decontamination technique?
There is a need to define the most effective needleless connector decontamination techniques, including the antiseptic type and the duration of application” Flynn et al
Patterns and predictors of peripherally inserted central catheter occlusion
To evaluate patterns and predictors of peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC)-related occlusion” Smith et al (2017). Abstract: PURPOSE: To evaluate patterns and predictors of peripherally
Device-associated healthcare-acquired infection prospective surveillance study
A device-associated healthcare-acquired infection (DA-HAI) prospective surveillance study conducted from October 2013 to January 2015 in 2 adult intensive care units (ICUs) from 2 hospitals
Alternative lock solutions to prevent catheter-related blood stream infections
The prevention of catheter-related blood stream infections (CRBSI) in hemodialysis (HD) patients remains a challenge because of high morbidity and mortality associated to CRBSI” Labriola
Neurologic sequelae that can develop as a result of central venous stenosis
This paper will summarize findings from case reports that describe the neurologic sequelae that can develop as a result of central venous stenosis/occlusion in end-stage
Short-axis versus long-axis approaches to ultrasound-guided subclavian vein cannulation
The aim of this study was to compare the success rate and safety of short-axis versus long-axis approaches to ultrasound-guided subclavian vein cannulation” Vezzani et
Self-reporting or mandatory reporting of CLABSI rates
We evaluate associations between Leapfrog SPS and Medicare measures, and the impact of SPS on HSS grades” Smith et al (2017). Abstract: BACKGROUND: Voluntary Leapfrog
Audit of the management of severe sepsis and septic shock patients
The audit checklist was created based on the protocols of Surviving Sepsis Campaign and British Royal College recommendations” Alavi-Moghaddam et al (2017). Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Although
Pharmacokinetic effects of humeral intraosseous vasopressin
The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effects of HIO and IV vasopressin, on the occurrence, odds, and time of return of spontaneous
Erroneous blood results following central venous catheter sampling
While on the TPE, two consecutive blood samples drawn from the proximal lumen of the apheresis catheter yielded K1levels of 9.41 and 8.71 mEq/L (normal,
Patient satisfaction with self-administration of antibiotics in elastomeric pumps
Self-administration of antibiotics using elastomeric pumps has become the most frequently used treatment modality at the outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy (OPAT) unit of the University
Vascular access nurse role and the impact on PICC use in US hospitals
Vascular access nurses and their perceived role as part of the healthcare team are associated with PICC use in hospitals. Strong inter-professional collaboration and respect
Checklists, education and feedback significantly reduced CLABSI
Our quality improvement initiative using checklists, supported with education and feedback, significantly reduced CLABSI in our neonatal unit” Taylor et al (2017). Abstract: Central line
How to manage the phlebotomy pre-analytical phase?
The pre-analytical phase encompasses all the procedures before the start of laboratory testing. This phase of the testing process is responsible for the majority of
How to preserve vascular access in patients undergoing hemodialysis
Central venous stenosis or occlusion is a common and vexing problem in patients undergoing hemodialysis” Horikawa and Quencer (2017). Abstract: Central venous stenosis or occlusion
3D positioning system assists vascular access procedures
The results of its testing on the task of needle insertion into the blood vessel model diagnostics are presented” Bychkov et al (2017). Abstract: We
Central venous catheter exit-site and tunnel infection treatment options
Catheter-related bloodstream infections, exit-site infections, and tunnel infections are common complications related to hemodialysis central venous catheter use” Miller et al (2016). Abstract: Catheter-related bloodstream