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Prediction of PICC-associated thrombotic complications – Full Text
“This retrospective cohort study, conducted in adherence to TRIPOD + AI guidelines, developed and compared five machine learning models for predicting PICC-associated thrombotic complications using data from the Medical Information Mart for Intensive Care IV (MIMIC-IV) database” Xia et al (2026).
Systematic review of pharmacists in OPAT – Full Text
“The findings of this systematic review and meta-analysis indicate that the involvement of pharmacists was associated with improvements in process outcomes such as adherence to drug monitoring protocols, but associations with health outcomes were less consistent. Further studies with robust protocols are required” Elmasry et al (2026).
Delayed wound healing following PICC-port implantation – Full Text
“This report presents three cases in which EGFR inhibitor therapy was associated with significantly delayed wound healing following PICC-port implantation” Liu et al (2026).
Antimicrobial IV dressings – Full Text
“Glucose chlorhexidine antimicrobial dressings significantly reduce catheter insertion site infections and overall CRBSI incidence, demonstrating their clinical value in preventing infection in patients receiving CRRT” Zhang et al (2026).
Impact of educational intervention on port catheter management – Full Text
“The educational intervention was associated with significant short-term improvements in nurses’ knowledge of implanted port catheter management” Temiz et al (2026).
Taurolidine use in hemodialysis central venous catheter care – Full Text
“In our experience, Taurolidine/Heparin was associated with a favorable efficacy and safety profile in preventing CRBSIs and thrombosis in tunneled CVCs” Migotto et al (2026).
Medical skills curriculum for neonatal transport teams – Full Text
“This study identified and prioritised medical skills for physicians and non-physician healthcare professionals on neonatal transport teams, which supports the development of simulation-based training aligned with the clinical complexity and interdisciplinary nature of neonatal transport” Bay et al (2026).
Home parenteral support in severe Gitelman syndrome – Full Text
“In this case report, we illustrate the presentation of severe GS, highlight the necessity of daily intravenous electrolyte replacement in such cases, and emphasize how collaborative management between nephrology and teams experienced in long-term catheter care can be crucial in optimizing treatment, improving patient outcomes, and enhancing quality of life” Martin et al (2026).
Outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy in Asia – Full Text
“Overall, OPAT in Asia is transitioning from an underrecognized and inconsistently delivered service to an increasingly structured component of infectious disease care” Huang et al (2026).
Improving placement of central venous catheters
“The project not only improved compliance with evidence-based bundles in the placement of CVCs in 22 hospitals, but also resulted in an evidence-based procedure and audit checklist, which can be applied at other sites” Zhou et al (2026).
Peripheral intravenous cannulation clinical practice standards
“The study found that nurses’ knowledge and practice of PIVC care were primarily influenced by educational qualification and formal training. Graduate and postgraduate nurses, as well as those who received formal training, demonstrated higher knowledge and practice” Singh et al (2026).
Pediatric-specific risk factors of nosocomial infections in PICU
“PICU-onset NIs stem from multiple modifiable risk exposures: invasive medical devices, extended intensive care hospitalization, parenteral nutrition, glucocorticoid therapy, and inappropriate overprescription of antimicrobials” Wang et al (2026).
Sodium bicarbonate combined with urokinase for the prevention catheter dysfunction – Full Text
“Sodium bicarbonate combined with urokinase within a standardized dwell-and-aspiration protocol may be associated with lower observed rates of CVC dysfunction, fewer dysfunction-related events, a higher observed rate of single-procedure patency restoration, and a comparable safety profile” Lin et al (2026).
Pain scores during paediatric peripheral intravenous cannulation – Full Text
“High pain during PIVC insertion is common and associated with repeated attempts. Optimising the first attempt-and employing strategies shown to mitigate pain are recommended, particularly in younger children and/or those with prior negative experiences” Sweeny et al (2027).
Simulation model for ultrasound-guided vascular puncture – Full Text
“The proposed simulation model closely resembled the scenario of central venous puncture in human tissue and represented an effective and accessible tool for teaching ultrasound-guided vascular puncture techniques” Kraft et al (2026).
Complications and risks associated with umbilical venous catheters in neonates – Full Text
“The objective of this review is to systematically review the association between umbilical venous catheter (UVC) tip position and the risk of catheter-related complications in neonates” McCord et al (2026).
Persistent left superior vena cava mimicking central venous catheter malposition – Full Text
“We report a critically ill patient in whom PLSVC was identified after left internal jugular central venous catheter placement” Navid et al (2026).
Factors associated with survival of ultrasound-guided peripheral IV catheters
“USPIV can be a successful vascular access for ED patients. Further research remains necessary to determine ways to predict and minimize USPIV failure. Increasing vessel depth, resident operator placement, hypotension, and a history of IV drug use were associated with decreased USPIV survival at 72 h” Patten et al (2026).
Vascular preservation for long-term central venous access in infants
“In certain populations, particularly those with short bowel syndrome or with intestinal failure, preservation of vascular access is critical, as progressive loss of central venous access remains a major indication for intestinal transplantation and is associated with significant morbidity and mortality” Ian et al (2026).
Dermatologic reaction following intramuscular injection
“As this is an iatrogenic event, development of standardized practice guidelines for IM injections in premature infants is recommended, especially in the extremely preterm and low birth-weight population” Miller et al (2026).
PICC or CICC for critically ill patients – Full Text
“In this single-center matched cohort, no statistically significant differences in symptomatic DVT or CLABSI were observed between PICCs and CVCs” Wu et al (2026).
Nurse-performed ultrasound-guided PICC insertion – Full Text
“By incorporating ultrasound as an extension of bedside vascular assessment, this protocol aims to reduce mechanical complications, minimize multiple puncture attempts, and improve procedural accuracy. This standardized approach promotes patient safety, reduces variability in clinical practice, and supports the implementation of ultrasound-guided PICC placement as an advanced, evidence-based nursing intervention across diverse healthcare settings” Oda et al (2026).