Absent right superior vena cava – Full Text
“However, three-dimensional contrast-enhanced chest computed tomography revealed isolated persistent left superior vena cava” Hayashi et al (2021).
Infusion therapy competence
“Participants reported increased confidence (P < .005) and competence (66%) in infusion therapy following the focused clinical experience" Lofton et al (2021).
Infusion phlebitis treatment – Full Text
“Further studies are required on the treatment and follow-up of intravenous therapy-related phlebitis in different national and international contexts” Garcia-Expósito et al (2021).
IV complication staging tool
“The instrument uses objective measurement criterion to determine the severity of swelling and tissue damage to inform treatment decisions” Cline et al (2021).
Alternative use for chlorhexidine dressings
“Chlorhexidine dressings may reduce the incidence of EVDAI but require future study in randomised trials to definitively determine efficacy” Waqar et al (2021).
Hemodialysis catheter tip colonisation
“In paired intra-animal post-inoculation comparison made in this limited study, fewer colony forming units of pathogenic bacteria accumulated at the tip of the side-hole-free catheters than at the tips of the catheters which have side holes” Tal et al (2021).
Catheter to vein ratio and PICC associated UEDVT – Full Text
“These results suggest that in individuals with cancer, the use of a CVR ≤45% should be considered to minimise risk of thrombosis” Sharp et al (2021).
Flushing peripheral IV catheters – Full Text
“There was no difference between CF and PF regarding the time and type of PICs patency. Thus, both techniques can be used to maintain the catheter patency” Hosseini et al (2021).
Midline catheter for apheresis – Full Text
“‘Midline catheters provide safe and effective vascular access for apheresis. Future research should include younger patients with lower body mass” Casacchia et al (2021).
When can you take blood samples from a CVC – Full Text
“Laboratory tests drawn by the Pull-push method could replace peripheral vein phlebotomy to avoid the trauma associated with venipuncture and infection risk” Lokeskrawee et al (2021).
Management of enterococcal CLABSI – Full Text
“Enterococcus species are the third most common organisms causing central line-associated bloodstream infections (CLABSIs)” Awadh et al (2021).
Improving IV dressing integrity
“We continued to collect postproject data of 30,049 vascular access sites including central line catheters and observed the same effectiveness of incorporating a gum mastic adhesive on dressing integrity” DeVries et al (2021).
Comparing cost of IV and subcutaneous biologics – Full Text
“A case for biologics (infusion vs subcutaneous) must be made on accurate real-world economic analysis” Heald et al (2021).
Chlorhexidine efficacy with choline additives
“CHG can be combined with natural compounds as additives for enhanced synergistic antimicrobial activity” Saadatpour and Mohammadipanah (2021).
Subclavian arterial injury during CVC placement
“Endovascular treatment using a covered stent should be attempted as a first-line therapeutic option” Ben Mrad et al (2021).
Pediatric CVC placement and bleeding risk
“This study compared bleeding complications in pediatric patients with a platelet count of 50 × 103/μL or above vs below 50 × 103/μL” Stokes et al (2021).
False-positive blood culture rate reduction
“This significant reduction (by Fisher’s exact test p = 0.0001) suggests that employing a passive blood diversion device in addition to targeted education may decrease FPBCs; antibiotics overuse, costs, and return visits in the pediatric ED setting” Ostwald et al (2021).
High administration rate IV fluid therapy – Full Text
“Our results showed that 0.9% NaCl and 0.45% NaCl solutions might be the safest and the most appropriate fluids to maintain normal plasma osmolality in medical situations requiring fluid therapy with high or maintenance rates, respectively” Keskin et al (2021).
PICC for osteomyelitis treatment in children
“Although PICC placement rates for acute osteomyelitis significantly decreased in the face of increased incidence of acute osteomyelitis in children, LOS and hospital costs for all hospitalizations remained stable” Shaikh et al (2021).
Infusion pump design for low-resource settings
“Users expressed a need for an affordable and simple device with an intuitive user interface, clear instructions for use, and basic safety features” Abu-Haydar et al (2021).
CLABSI risk factors
“Use of umbilical catheter (p=0,005) and multiple catheters (p<0,001) both showed a statistically significant correlation regarding the development of CLABSI" Cabrera et al (2021).
PICC line maintenance
“To analyze the influential factors and intervention strategies involved in engaging health-promoting behaviors (EHPD) during peripheral central venous catheter (PICC) line maintenance in malignant tumor patients” Wang et al (2021).
Ambulatory infusion location for patients with COVID-19 – Full Text
“Potential locations were identified, and the team decided to use a temporary structure located outside the hospital near the emergency department entrance” Harris et al (2021).
Cost of PICC insertion by nurses
“The average direct cost of PICC insertion was US$286.04, with emphasis on the catheter” Assis et al (2021).
PICC placement in a prone patient with COVID-19
“Insertion of a PICC while the patient is prone expedites lifesaving medications and infusions without waiting for the patient to be stable enough to be turned to the supine position” Kelly et al (2021).
Effect of taurolidine on hemodialysis patient inflammatory state
“Use of (Taurolock-hep500™) for temporary hemodialysis catheters was associated with lower levels of inflammation markers and lower incidence of CRBSI and better catheter performance” Ezzat et al (2021).
CHG allergy impact on CLABSI rates
“We attempted to standardize skin patch testing with various CVC products, published an algorithm of alternative CVC care for patients with a potential CHG allergy, and created a family education sheet on the highest used alternative, betadine” Renee et al (2021).
Ultrasound peripheral IV training – Full Text
“Current studies suggest a potential benefit of ultrasound guided USG-PVC training on success rate, procedure time, cannulation attempts, and reducing the need for subsequent CVC or PICC in adult patients” Jørgensen et al (2021).
Home-based IV analgesia with elastomeric pump
“Postoperative analgesia using an intravenous elastomeric pump allows performance of MPFL reconstruction as an outpatient procedure with satisfactory pain control, complication rates and patient satisfaction” Villalba et al (2021).
Extravasation results in compartment syndrome
“Rather than treating the compartment syndrome with fasciotomies as is standard, we utilized compression therapy via an Esmarch surgical dressing wrapped distal to proximal on the effected limb” Hoefnagel et al (2021).