Risk factors for early IV port infections in adult oncologic patients
“Hematologic malignancy, hypoalbuminemia, leukopenia, and diabetes mellitus at the time of port placement were independent risk factors for early port infections” Skummer et al (2020).
Caring for patients receiving OPAT during the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic
“These include shortening durations of therapy, utilizing the oral route, avoiding medications requiring therapeutic drug monitoring, selecting antimicrobials with long durations, decreasing frequency of laboratory blood draws, and performing tele-health visits” Rivera et al (2020).
Right atrial thrombosis provoked by central venous catheter
“We present a case of an RA thrombosis due to dilation of the atria and trauma from an infected central venous catheter” Prudhvi et al (2020).
Improving user experience for manual injection of 2 mL viscous solutions
“Altogether, the results obtained demonstrated an improvement of the user experience with this new syringe compared to the current one in the manual delivery of 2 mL viscous solutions” Pager et al (2020).
Surgical intervention for paediatric infusion-related extravasation injury
“Extravasation injuries were mainly confined to skin and subcutaneous tissues but severe complications were also encountered” Little et al (2020).
PICC or implantable port for colorectal cancer patients – Full Text
“Port devices are associated with higher costs but fewer complications, compared to PICC in patients with colorectal cancer” Yin and Li (2020).
Development of antibiofilm hydrogels to protect central venous catheters
“Inhibiting the formation of biofilms in their early stages, in addition to their anticoagulant effect and biocompatibility, those properties could keep the functionality of CVC helping to prevent complications such as sepsis and thrombosis” Lopez-Carrizales et al (2020).
Clinical outcomes and position of umbilical venous catheters
“This study aimed to determine the incidence of umbilical venous catheter associated infection (UVCAI) in very preterm infants based on UVC tip position” Shahroor et al (2020).
KDOQI clinical practice guideline for vascular access
“The 2019 update to the KDOQI Clinical Practice Guideline for Vascular Access is a comprehensive document intended to assist multidisciplinary practitioners care for chronic kidney disease patients and their vascular access” Lok et al (2020).
Incidence of PICC associated fibroblastic sleeve and UEDVT
“If compared to fibroblastic sleeve, asymptomatic catheter-related thrombosis is less frequent (5.51%); symptomatic catheter-related thrombosis is rare (<1%)" Trezza et al (2020).
Chitosan-based dressing after PICC placement reduces the risk of bleeding and infection – Full Text
“For patients with hematological tumors, sterile chitosan-based dressing after PICC placement reduces the risk of bleeding and infection and promotes healing at the puncture site” Huang and Xu (2020).
Clinical effectiveness of flucloxacillin delivery using an elastomeric device
“In this retrospective study, the clinical effectiveness of intravenous (IV) infusion of flucloxacillin using an elastomeric device was explored in a convenience sample of patients” Zhang et al 92020).
Reconsidering the GAVeCeLT Consensus on catheter-related thrombosis
“Aims of this editorial are to readdress conclusions of the 2007 GAVeCeLT Consensus in the light of the new relevant evidences that have been added in the last 13 years and to analyze some unsolved issues that still remain debated” Pinelli et al (2020).
Does pre-procedure ultrasound increase the success of right internal jugular venous catheterization
“First puncture success rates were higher in pre-procedure US than landmark technique, 66.67% vs 27.27%, respectively” Ghode et al (2020).
How to decrease pain during venepuncture and peripheral IV cannulation
“This review examines the evidence related to pain and distress management during venepuncture and peripheral intravenous cannulation” Cozzi et al (2020).
Vascular access and clinical outcomes in patients with end-stage kidney disease – Full Text
“No association was found for AVG use before kidney transplantation with mortality, all-cause allograft loss, and allograft loss from all causes other than death, compared with AVF use” Airy et al (2020).
Case of Candida auris Candidemia following ventriculoperitoneal shunt and PICC placement
“Our aim is to raise awareness regarding C. auris for early detection and prevention of hospital-acquired transmission of the infection” Lingas et al (2020).
Agitated saline contrast to delineate central venous catheter position in neonates
“The present study compared the visibility and safety of agitated saline (AS) with normal saline (NS) flush” Upadhyay et al (2020).
Unintended consequences of long sleeved gowns in critical care setting during COVID-19
“There was also a cluster of 3 central venous catheter (CVC) infections along with increases in the number of patients from whom enteric Gram-negative bacteria (GNB) were isolated from sterile sites” Media et al (2020).
Methods of needleless connector decontamination – Full Text
“Pilot randomized controlled trial (180 patients) of needleless connector decontamination” Rickard et al (2020).
Implantable port guideline from Chinese research committee – Full Text
“Advantages of ports include a simple nursing process, low risk of infection and embolism, and high patient comfort” Zhang et al (2020).
Dialysis access outcome following multiple types of longterm vascular access
“Although he has required frequent transcatheter dilation of the LIJ-RIJ anastomosis, the patient was successfully dialyzed using this fistula for 5 years” Kilcoyne et al (2020).
Patient outcomes with short bowel syndrome on home parenteral nutrition
“Patients with non-malignant SBS on HPN have a 5-year survival of more than 80%. Known intestinal anatomical factors did not affect survival” Noelting et al (2020).
Vascular access type and CLABSI risk among older hemodialysis patients – Full Text
“Incident fistula use was associated with lowest rates of BSI, but the majority of beneficiaries with pre-ESRD insurance initiated HD with a CVC” Kazakova et al (2020).
Alternative IV locking solution for longterm vascular access patients
“Our preliminary findings suggest 4% tetrasodium-EDTA solution is effective in reducing CLABSI and catheter occlusions in pediatric patients with long-term central access requirements” Quirt et al (2020).
What is the extent of knowledge and practices related to central line insertion and care – Full Text
“The objective was to assess the knowledge and practice of insertion and maintenance central line bundles among HCWs in intensive care units (ICUs)” Almahmoud et al (2020).
Impact of clinically indicated peripheral IV catheter replacement
“The impact of the practice change and new dressing had positive quality outcomes on infection rate, nurse satisfaction, and costs in three vulnerable hospital populations” Olivier et al (2020).
Curos disinfection caps reviewed by NICE medical technologies guidance
“Curos disinfection caps may contribute to the prevention of CLABSIs and CRBSIs as part of a bundle of infection prevention processes” O’Connell et al (2020).
Outcomes of long-term tunneled dialysis catheter use
“However, some patients may end up having long-term catheter-based hemodialysis due to the lack of alternatives for other dialysis access. Our objective was to evaluate patient characteristics, reasons for, and mortality associated with long-term TDC use” Castro et al (2020).
Reliability of blood sampling from peripherally inserted central catheters
“Blood sampling via peripherally inserted central catheter and venipuncture showed equivalent reliability in laboratory testing” Zhang et al (2020).