Vascular access peal-away-sheath embolisation

“This case report describes a rare complication of chemotherapy port placement, specifically peel away sheath embolisation, and its successful endovascular removal using snaring techniques” Tayebi and Ziaie (2023).

Blood culture collection in adults

“We investigated the impact of a multimodal intervention to improve the compliance of BC collections as a composite outcome, taking into account both blood volume collected and absence of solitary BC” Merien et al (2023).

Preventing peripheral intravenous catheter failure – Full Text

“We aimed to provide an international consensus on relevance and feasibility of clinical practice guideline recommendations to reduce PIVC failure” Blanco-Mavillard et al (2023).

Arm port placement study in cancer patients – Full Text

“Currently, skinfold thickness in studies on arm venous access ports and the effect of venous access port application are unknown” Liu et al (2023).

Infrared vein visualization study – Full Text

“The primary aim of this study was to compare the efficacy of IR vein visualization to the standard cannulation technique for obtaining peripheral IV access in infant and toddler populations” Fehr et al (2023).

Infusion container leakage rates investigated – Full Text

“Based on real-world study data on the leakage of upright polypropylene infusion bags and non-PVC infusion bags in multicenter PIVAS, it can be concluded that the leakage rates of upright polypropylene infusion bags are significantly lower than those of non-PVC infusion bags in PIVAS” Yin et al (2023).

Hemodialysis CLABSI rates in resource limited settings – Full Text

“In resource limited settings, where risk of complications could be higher and waiting period for transplantation longer, catheter survival determines patient survival. This study was conducted to determine infection free catheter survival rates, incidence of catheter failure and associated risk factors” Prakash et al (2023).

IV therapy waste and recycling rate study – Full Text

“Per patient bed space per 12-h shift there was recycling of less than 40% paper, glass, intravenous fluid bags, medication cups and metal instruments. A median of 10 gowns (IQR 3-19.5), 10 syringes (4.5-18) and gloves 30 (18-49) were disposed of per bed space, per 12-h shift” Anstey et al (2023).

Extended dwell cannula in pediatric intensive care – Full Text

“For such cases, an extended dwell catheter may be a better option, even if the projected treatment time is less than 6 days” Armstrong et al (2023).

CLABSI following use of contaminated chlorhexidine solution – Full Text

“This result identified the culprit as being the contamination of the 4% chlorhexidine solution. The competent authorities were notified, and the disinfection method was changed to use a chlorhexidine alcohol-based solution” Gomes Cochicho et al (2023).

Needlestick rates in an oncology setting – Full Text

“To assess the prevalence of needlestick and sharps injuries (NSSIs) and associated factors among healthcare workers (HCWs) at King Hussein Cancer Centre (KHCC), Amman, Jordan” Mubarak et al (2023).

IV fluid therapy in septic shock – Full Text

“The CLASSIC trial assessed the effects of restrictive versus standard intravenous (IV) fluid therapy in adult intensive care unit (ICU) patients with septic shock” Sivapalan et al (2023).

Arterial catheter care bundle

“The mapping of available evidence strongly supports the use of care bundles to reduce infection in the care of all intravascular devices. However, deficiencies regarding practice concerns about insertion and care of arterial catheters highlight areas for future research with the aim to eliminate the gap in the evidence of studies of care bundles for peripheral arterial catheters” Reynolds et al (2023).

CLABSI rate following prophylactic antibiotic administration

“Despite the frequency of VAD procedures in children, the effectiveness of prophylactic antibiotics for reducing infectious complications is unknown” Papastefan et al (2023).

PICC placement associated anatomy – Full Text

“According to these results, the right arm has a shorter distance from the insertion site to the right atrium, and the left arm has a wider vein diameter, which is advantageous for the procedure” Kim et al (2023).

Implantable port quality-of-life benefits

“Implantable venous access ports may confer significantly improved patient-reported quality-of-life benefits in patients receiving chemotherapy for solid tissue tumors” Chrisanthopoulou et al (2023).

Left brachiocephalic vein stenosis in hemodialysis patients

“LBCV stenosis and occlusion are mainly due to extrinsic compression rather than prior central venous catheterization. Stent implantation is frequently required after venoplasty to treat LBCV obstructive lesions in patients without prior catheterization” Wan et al (2023).

Review of safety engineered peripheral IV catheter with blood control

“Overall, the PIVCBC was acceptable, easy to use, and allowed clinicians to maintain their usual PIVC insertion technique while they felt protected from blood exposure during insertion of the catheter” Yeh et al (2023).

Implantable port yeast infection case study

” We report a case of bloodstream infection related to an implantable venous access port. W. myanmarensis was isolated from patient’s blood after chemotherapy, which was meant to control and heal T-cell lymphoblastic lymphoma” Aminasnafi et al (2023).

Anatomical relationship between internal jugular vein and vertebral artery – Full Text

“This study aims to describe the anatomical relationship between the IJV and the VA using ultrasound imaging in pre-school children in India” Ganesh et al (2023).

Vascular access team development

“Equally as important is that CVAD insertion is performed by an expert, using ultrasound with appropriate training, competency, and procedural volume while utilizing best practices” Bardin-Spencer (2023).

CRBSI risk in patients with intestinal failure

“CRBSIs can still develop despite undergoing prophylactic management. Risk factors for CRBSI include the residual intestinal length, nutritional status, and susceptibility to certain microorganisms” Sakurai et al (2023).

ED peripheral intravenous catheter practice study – Full Text

“The factors that impact ED clinicians’ PIVC Standard adherence are complex and multifactorial. Strategies and interventions are needed to facilitate the implementation of the Standard into daily practice and achieve sustainable behaviour change” Xu et al (2023).

CLABSI two-year surveillance outcomes – Full Text

“The healthcare-associated risk factors such as longer length of ICU stay and prolonged duration of central venous catheterization are the risk factors for developing central line-associated bloodstream infections (BSI)” Maqbool et al (2023).

Simulated intraosseous needle insertion teaching feedback – Full Text

“A total of 23 advanced care paramedics (ACPs) participated in the study and received feedback in the form of KR, KP, and intrinsic feedback while using the intraosseous (IO) access simulator” Micallef et al (2023).

Peripheral venous dilation with dry or wet heat – Full Text

‘There were no significant differences in venous diameter and assessment scores after intervention between the dry hot towel and the hot pack groups, and the effect size was negligible (Cohen’s d < 0.20)" Yasuda et al (2023).

PICC site related skin injury – Full Text

“To investigate the characteristics and risk factors of skin injury in patients with chest tumors who have peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs)” Wang et al (2023).

Intravenous antibiotic stability at room temperature

“There is much research interest in prolonged and continuous infusions (collectively, extended infusions) of beta-lactams to improve patient outcomes, particularly in critically ill patients in intensive care” Jenkins et al (2023).

Central line insertion and maintenance support team

‘During the program’s first 3 years, the proportion of insertion-related central line-associated bloodstream infections occurring in areas within the team’s scope declined overall by 47%” Summerlin-Long et al (2023).

Needlestick injury prevention study – Full Text

“These results determined the importance of the factors affecting the occurrence of needlestick injuries. These findings can be useful for planning preventive measures” Mousavi et al (2023).