Phlebotomy service patient satisfaction
“The objective of this study was to use process cycle efficiency (PCE) to assess the performance of an intelligent tube preparation system (ITPS) which automatically labeled test tubes and conducted patient rerouting for phlebotomy services, and to interpret the WT during peak hours” Wu et al (2021).
Peripheral IV cannula complications in neonates
“Most infants experienced a vascular access-related complication” van Rens et al (2021).
OPAT vancomycin and daptomycin comparison – Full Text
“OPAT antibiotics with less cumbersome administration regimens may translate into higher patient satisfaction and quicker return to life normalcy” Wu et al (2021).
Blood culture contamination and sterile gloves
“This study suggests that the aseptic care provided in obtaining samples is more important than the sterile technique itself” Pereira Frota et al (2021).
Intravenous chemotherapy anaphylaxis
“Carboplatin caused severe anaphylaxis after at least 9-min interval since the drip started” Horita et al (2021).
OPAT quality indicators
“The aim of this study was to evaluate the clinimetric properties of 33 quality indicators (QIs) developed to assess Outpatient Parenteral Antimicrobial Therapy (OPAT) and to identify potential room for improvement in a hospital-at-home (HaH) unit” March-López et al (2021).
Central line insertion simulator
“The Dynamic Haptic Robotic Trainer (DHRT) was developed to minimize the up to 39% of adverse effects experienced by patients during Central Venous Catheterization (CVC) by standardizing CVC training, and provide automated assessments of performance” Gonzalez-Vargas et al (2021).
P wave and PICC tip location – Full Text
“The PICC tip position at the autonomous peak of the P wave is significantly better than that at the P wave amplitude being 50-80% of the QRS main wave under the IC-EKG guidance for PICC insertion” Wang et al (2021).
PICC tip location
“Our study shows that ML classifiers can automatically extract the anatomical location of PICC tips from radiology reports” Shah et al (2021).
Hemodialysis central venous catheter
‘Although the learning curve for CVC ultrasound placement is usually fast, formal training and certification for beginners are strongly recommended” Forneris et al (2021).
Chemotherapy infusion cost
“Large savings are potentially available to commercial insurers from shifting cancer infusion care to nonhospital settings” Robinson et al (2021).
Central venous catheter insertion
“The current project proved that training the team can be effective in optimizing the implementation of evidence” Ferreira et al (2021).
Compartment syndrome following IV fluid infiltration – Full Text
“If treated promptly with fasciotomy, the complications of this limb-threatening condition can be minimized or possibly reversed” Tawfik et al (2021).
Neonatal extended dwell IV catheter
“The ultimate result for preterm newborns is more efficient delivery of care with less cost” Daly and Girgenti (2021).
PICC complications in children
“Findings suggest that cuffed PICCs may provide additional benefits toward optimizing catheter performance and securement in neonatal and pediatric patients” Tavares et al (2021).
Transitioning from IV to subcutaneous insulin
“We observed that patients were converted to SC therapy using a lower transition percentage than previously described” Alshaya et al (2021).
Implantable port depth
“Subcutaneous implantation of TIVAPS at a depth of 8-12 mm could be preferred due to the lowest incidence of internal and external complications compared to the incidence of these complications in other groups” Chen et al (2021).
Expanding intravenous catheters – Full Text
“The functionally expanding intravenous catheter failed due to hypersensitivity reactions in patients” Vazquez et al (2021).
ECHOTIP protocol for CVC tip navigation
“The aim of this paper is to review all the evidence about the accuracy of ultrasound methods for tip navigation and tip location in adult patients” Greca et al (2021).
FDA recall ultrasound gel manufactured by Eco-Med – Full Alert
“As of Aug. 31, 2021, there have been at least 66 infections, including 60 bloodstream infections associated with these affected products, per the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)” FDA (2021).
UEDVT prevalence and clinical outcomes
“The presence of an IVD increased the risk of PE and the risk of recurrent UE-DVT” Cires-Drouet et al (2021).
Smart infusion pump library
“Review of a hematology/oncology DERS library found improvements that better met the needs of end users” Misko et al (2021).
Hydrothorax PICC complication – Full Text
“However, our patient is the second documented case of bilateral hydropneumothorax and hydropneumomediastinum as a delayed complication of a PICC used to administer total parenteral nutrition” Chica et al (2021).
Unusual IV port complication
“This case demonstrated a rare and unexpected complication of the insertion of a port-a-cath, which is the result of an injury to the recurrent laryngeal nerve” El-Helou et al (2021).
COVID-19 and CLABSI rate increase
“These data highlight the need to return to conventional infection prevention and control practices and build resiliency in these programs to withstand future pandemics” Weiner-Lastinger et al (2021).
CVC and candida infective endocarditis
“Conservative management, with antifungal therapy, can yield favorable outcomes in poor surgical candidates” Jafry et al (2021).
Family engagement for CLABSI prevention
“Educating parents on CLABSI prevention strategies and encouraging family participation in CVC care was associated with improved parental perceptions of participation in their child’s care” Chamblee and Miles (2021).
Rapid infusion systems and platelet administration – Full Text
“Platelet quantity, viscoelastic clot strength, and platelet aggregation response to ADP each decline after infusion through a RIS. Further studies regarding microaggregates and platelet activation are required” Sappenfield et al (2021).
Vascular access device research output
“The reporting of VAD outcomes in published literature regarding cancer patients receiving treatment in Ireland is inconsistent and varied with no interventional studies addressing vascular access complications in cancer care” Clesham et al (2021).
Ultrasound guided PICC placement
“We collected data of patients with attempted CVC placement in our hematology unit in 2012 (before introduction of USG and PICC) and 2018 (after introduction) and compared both periods” Utsu et al (2021).