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Using Buzzy during venipuncture – Full Text
“Buzzy ® can be an effective non-pharmacology strategy to manage pain and anxiety during venipunctures in pediatric patients, as it showed benefits in the physical and emotional aspects, with the possibility of being using both in the clinical practice and in future research studies” Santos et al (2026).
Peripheral intravenous catheters for intensive blood sampling
“Under a rigorous evidence-based SOP, catheter configuration was not associated with statistically detectable differences in hemolysis or functional failure during intensive PK sampling” Ding et al (2026).
Malaria transmission via needle stick injury
“We also report the findings of a systematic literature review of papers describing malaria transmission to healthcare professionals via sharps injuries or blood spillage” Malek et al (2026).
OPAT for infective endocarditis treatment
“In appropriately selected, stabilized patients, OPAT was associated with lower all-cause mortality and acute kidney failure, with no significant differences in major other adverse events” Alkuwaiti et al (2026)
Upper-extremity venous blood flow following PICC placement – Full Text
“Patient morphology and venous anatomy were associated with different patterns of early hemodynamic change after PICC insertion. This study evaluated hemodynamic changes only; catheter-related thrombosis was not assessed, and no conclusions regarding thrombosis risk can be drawn” Wang et al (2026).
Research of vascular access device-related complications in oncology
“Research on vascular access-related complications in oncology has expanded substantially, while patient-centered topics and standardized vascular access management remain underrepresented” Gezer and Taylan (2026).
PICC care bundle in pediatric oncology
“Implementation of a standardized, ultrasound-guided PICC care bundle was feasible and associated with favorable vascular access and patient-reported outcomes in this resource-constrained pediatric oncology setting” Singh et al (2026).
Reducing unnecessary phlebotomy
“This multifaceted QI approach, integrating systemic interventions and education, effectively reduced unnecessary lab testing. It simultaneously improved patient experience, yielded cost savings, and mitigated environmental impact, offering a transferable framework” Varkey et al (2026).
At-home PICC insertion service for oncology patients – Full Text
“At-home PICC placement appears to be a feasible and clinically applicable approach when performed by qualified and credentialed professionals. These observations, derived from real-world clinical experience, suggest a potential role for this model in selected patient populations” Ioannidis et al (2026).
Guidewire-assisted long peripheral IV catheter insertion – Full Text
“Ultrasound-guided placement of a 10-cm LPC in the GSV provided perioperative venous access for 10 days without complications in this case” Leo et al (2026).
Prevention and management of extravasation of antineoplastic agents – Full Text
“To identify available scientific evidence on educational technologies for the prevention and management of extravasation of antineoplastic agents” Barbosa et al (2026).
Communication barriers in phlebotomy – Full Text
“This study identified verbal and non-verbal strategies used by MLAs and explored how they navigate systemic and interpersonal pressures during patient resistance” Diep et al (2026).
Effect of central venous catheter dressings on preventing CRBSI – Full Text
“The routine inclusion of CHG-impregnated transparent dressings in central venous catheter care protocols in intensive care units is considered a powerful strategy that can contribute to reducing the incidence of catheter-related bloodstream infections, improving patient safety, and managing care processes more effectively” Dikmen et al (2026).
Association between thrombus formation and PICC infection – Full Text
“This study aimed to examine clinical and catheter-related factors associated with peripherally inserted central catheter-related infection, with particular attention to the association between thrombus formation and infection occurrence” Bei et al (2026).
Distress during venipuncture in routine health checkups – Full Text
“Approximately 1% of adults undergoing routine health examinations had observable venipuncture-related distress documented in routine nursing records” Yuan et al (2026).
Predicting PICC-related venous thrombosis – Full Text
“The model quantified the combined associations of established catheter-related factors and patient-level coagulation and inflammatory markers with symptomatic PICC-RVT in patients with GI malignancies undergoing interventional therapy” Cui et al (2026).
PICC and midline catheter complication rates – Full Text
“Peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs) and midline catheters (MCs) are widely used for intravenous therapy, but their relative safety and effectiveness remain uncertain. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to compare complication rates between PICCs and MCs” Aljameie et al (2026).
Nurse practitioner-led hospital vascular access service
“The aim of this quality improvement initiative was to implement and evaluate a nurse practitioner (NP)-led, hospital-wide VAS to standardise the insertion of peripherally inserted central venous catheters” Webb et al (2026).
Robotic syringe-filling device in a hospital-based sterile products cleanroom
“Robotic syringe filling significantly improved operational efficiency and capacity while reducing staff dedicated to syringe compounding” Rice et al (2026).
Oral transition from IV antibiotic therapy
“The purpose of this study is to assess whether oral transition therapy is non-inferior to intravenous (IV)-only therapy for uncomplicated Enterococcal BSIs” Jahan et al (2026).
Complication-related removal of implantable ports – Full Text
“To compare overall and cause-specific complication-related central venous port removal, particularly infection-related removal and catheter fracture, and time-to-event outcomes between the subclavian and upper arm approaches” Takeuchi et al (2026).
Transforming CLABSI prevention in neonates – Full Text
“Implementation of a structured, multimodal QI bundle emphasizing hand hygiene, tailored central line care bundles, regular audits, and nursing education resulted in a substantial and sustained reduction in CLABSI rates” Pillai et al (2026).