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Vascular access device complications during OPAT – Full Text
“Complications (i.e., bloodstream infections or venous thrombosis) occurred more frequently in patients with midlines (6.4 per 1,000 line-days) than peripherally inserted central catheters (1.1 per 1,000 line-days)” Kim et al (2026).
Preventing ambulatory central line-associated bloodstream infections – Full Text
“The standardized education program substantially reduced the rate of IF A-CLABSIs and improved confidence and satisfaction among families and home health nurses” Martinez et al (2026).
Alternate-day bathing with 2% chlorhexidine – Full Text
“To evaluate the effect of 2% chlorhexidine gluconate (2%CHG) bathing every other day on the number of infections, catheter-related bloodstream infections (CLABSI), average length of stay, and number of deaths” de Souza Júnior et al (2026).
Electronic health record impact on CLABSI rates – Full Text
“Higher EHR-derived care-exposure burden was associated with higher odds of adjudicated CLABSI or CLABSI-like bloodstream infection. The score should be interpreted as a pragmatic patient-level marker of cumulative care complexity and infection-prevention prioritisation, rather than as a causal measure of care quality or nursing performance” Li et al (2026).
CLABSI outcomes in intensive care units in Saudi Arabia – Full Text
“CLABSI remains a significant healthcare-associated infection among ICU patients in Saudi Arabia and is associated with considerable clinical burden” Aldali et al (2026).
Role of antiseptic barrier caps in CLABSI reduction
“There was a 68% reduction in CLABSI events. By the end of 2024, the unit achieved a CLABSI standardized infection ratio of 0.414, representing a substantial improvement compared to the 2023 ratio of 1.45. The cost avoidance from ABC implementation was about $320,787. CLABSI reduction was sustained in 2025, and ABCs were implemented on the hematology-oncology unit” Rowland Rutledge et al (2026).
Chlorhexidine gluconate antimicrobial dressings for subclavian central venous catheters
“In this randomized study, CHG antimicrobial dressings significantly reduced CVC‑related local infection, improved dressing fixation, and lowered the frequency of dressing changes in HSCT patients with subclavian CVCs” Xu et al (2026).
Is procedural volume associated with self-perceived skill mastery
“Emergency procedures were analyzed: peripheral intravenous access, intraosseous access, endotracheal intubation (ETI), chest tube insertion, tourniquet application, and focused assessment with sonography for trauma (FAST). Residents reported procedural counts and self-perceived mastery” Laitselart et al (2026).
PICC placement at the bedside – Full Text
“The internationally common bedside technique enables radiation-free PICC insertion under ultrasound control alone. This lowers the radiation load and spares resources as no angiographic intervention room is required” Buchholz et al (2026).
Refractory rash at PICC puncture site during pegylated liposomal doxorubicin chemotherapy
‘Limited evidence exists regarding skin toxicity management, particularly when these reactions occur near vascular access sites. The clinical complexity is compounded by both the absence of standardized guidelines and the prolonged use of occlusive transparent dressings, which may worsen skin integrity, increase infection risks, and potentially necessitate premature catheter removal—leading to unplanned treatment delays” Shuping et al (2026).
Intraosseous device insertion
“The position of the Association for Vascular Access is that intraosseous (IO) cannulation should be employed by qualified clinicians in all critical situations when vascular access is not established” Lau and Thompson (2026).
Infection prevention practices in Thai hospitals
“Despite modest improvements in some IP practices, institutional support remains limited yet is strongly associated with practice adoption. Renewed national strategies are needed to strengthen IPC infrastructure and support the well-being of IP professionals in Thailand” Thaprawat et al (2026).
Vascular access improvement program – Full Text
“In 2022, the initiative expanded through collaboration with regional nursing schools to integrate the Association for Vascular Access (AVA) peripheral intravenous (PIV) curriculum, establishing a sustainable educational pipeline for future clinicians” Lindell (2026).
Reducing catheter-associated thrombosis
“This retrospective study demonstrated that small improvements to controllable elements of catheter care in a broad patient population can result in significant reductions in the risk of CAT and associated costs” Zazyczny et al (2026).
Intravenous therapy quality assessment tool
“The HIT-QAT is a feasible, practical, and efficient electronic tool for hospital-wide intravenous therapy quality assessment” Lu et al (2026).
Midclavicular tip positioning of midline catheters
“Recently, a new device tip position (midclavicular) has been recognised. This service improvement project aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of placing a catheter in this position” Phelps (2025).
Portable ultrasound for peripheral intravenous access – Full Text
“The portable ultrasound system was associated with high first-attempt insertion success and high vascular visualization for peripheral intravenous access with no adverse events. The portable ultrasound system can be successfully used for bedside vascular access in a real-world environment” Kessel et al (2026).
Knotted guidewire during central venous catheterisation – Full Text
“Resuscitation is initiated with fluids and vasopressors, and a central venous catheter is placed. However, during the procedure, the guide experiences resistance and cannot be removed, becoming trapped” Valencia González et al (2026).
Impact of shortening of central venous catheter time on CLABSI rates – Full Text
“In conclusion, shortening the CVC dwell time in men by 2 or 3 days, corresponding to a CVC duration of 10-11 days, reduces the CRBSI rate in men and mitigates the higher risk, compared to women” Kriege et al (2026).
Off label use of PICCs as tunnelled non-cuffed centrally inserted central catheters – Full Text
“Off label use of PICCs as tnc-CICCs seems safe and effective. It provides an alternative to PICCs in oncology patients at high risk of thrombosis, even when placed by operators with low experience levels” Douchy et al (2026).
Prevention of arterial catheter-related bloodstream infections – Full Text
“Arterial catheters demonstrate an ongoing risk of contamination throughout their lifespan, from insertion to removal. A comprehensive prevention strategy should address the entire arterial catheter lifecycle and is most effective when implemented as a bundled approach” Donner et al (2026).
Saphenous vein for peripheral IV rescue access
“The distal medial thigh GSV can be reliably visualized using ultrasound across pediatric and adult populations, including those with prior difficult intravenous access” Saadi Neto et al (2026).