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Double-chamber syringe versus classic syringes for drug administration and flushing
The development of this medical device (dual-chamber syringe, for drug and flush solution) seems to be an important step to facilitate nurses’ adoption of good
Calcification and abscess formation around central catheter tip
We report a case of calcification and abscess formation around a central venous catheter tip” Takami et al (2020). Abstract: BACKGROUND: Thrombosis of the internal
Alternatives to peripheral IV administration
This study monitors presence and complications of PVCs in a infectious disease (ID) unit of a tertiary care university hospital” Mailhe et al (2020). Abstract:
Is mitoxantrone as a vesicant or irritant?
Mitoxantrone is a chemotherapeutic agent approved for various diseases. The literature has been conflicting in classifying mitoxantrone as a vesicant or irritant” Chang (2020). Abstract:
Venous thromboembolism in cancer patients
Patients with cancer-associated venous thromboembolism (VTE) represent a real challenge in clinical practice” Iorga et al (2019). Abstract: Patients with cancer-associated venous thromboembolism (VTE) represent
Mid-thigh cannulation of the superficial femoral vein
The technique of femoral inserted central catheters insertion via the superficial femoral vein at the mid-thigh has a high success rate, low complication rate, and
Effect of cold and hot compress on the site of doxorubicin extravasation
In the present study, we investigated a part of the mechanism responsible for the effects of hot and cold compresses for extravasation of doxorubicin” Miura
Differences in CLABSI rates based on central line days
Central line–associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI) rates are an important quality performance indicator associated with patient morbidity, mortality, and increased costs” Scheinker et al (2020). Abstract:
Risk factors for PICC complications in neonates
Approximately one-third of PICCs were associated with complications. When feasible, lower extremity PICCs should be placed as they may be associated with fewer complications” Pet
FUSION IV Pharmaceuticals issues voluntary nationwide recall of all sterile drug products
FUSION IV Pharmaceuticals, Inc dba. AXIA Pharmaceutical is voluntarily recalling all unused sterile drug products within expiry” FDA (2019). FDA report “FUSION IV Pharmaceuticals, Inc
Catheter tip location of totally implantable venous access port
The purpose of our study is to compare the reliability and consistency of three commonly used techniques, which are surface measurement, intracardiac electrocardiogram (IECG) and
Thromboresistant hydrogel for vascular access applications
This high-strength thromboresistant hydrogel could have a major impact as a novel biomaterial for use in vascular access applications to improve patient health” Mannarino et