PICC insertion and management by vascular access teams – Full Text
“PICC insertion and management by vascular access teams enables units to achieve a low complication rate in onco-hematological patients” Ferraz-Torres et al (2025).
Contrast extravasation associated with CT scans – Full Text
“We present findings from our large-scale retrospective study on contrast media extravasation (CME) in computed tomography (CT) examinations” Teh et al (2025).
Hemolysis associated with neonatal intravenous catheters – Full Text
“Several studies report hemolysis when packed red blood cells (PRBCs) are transfused through small-inner-diameter (ID) catheters using presence of biomarkers but do not address cause and amount of hemolysis” Chang et al (2025).
Effect of virtual reality distraction on venipuncture pain in children – Full Text
“To describe the effect of VR on pain during the venipuncture process in children and adolescents in a private institution in Bogotá” Gómez-Neva et al (2025).
Radial artery cannulation study – Full Text
“Radial artery cannulation is performed for continuous blood pressure monitoring and blood gas measurements in the operating room, critical care unit, and postoperative period” Dubey et al (2025).
Maintaining patency of IV catheters
“To evaluate the efficacy of 0.9% saline solution versus heparinized solution for maintaining the patency of intravascular catheters” Maqueda-Palau and González-Sánchez (2025)
PICU CLABSI risk prediction
“The risk prediction model for central venous catheter-associated infections in PICU patients is simple, accurate and clinically valuable” Zhang et al (2025).
PICC and midline catheter comparison – Full Text
“To assess the noninferiority of MVCs compared with PICCs as a reliable vascular access for peripheral IVT and blood draws for IVT that does not require a central VC” Bentridi et al (2025).
Relationship between platelet count and bleeding during central line placement
“We found that the platelet count prior to CVL placement was not associated with bleeding events in critically ill pediatric patients. Bleeding was more common in patients receiving platelet transfusions” Lucas and Dzik (2025).
Central venous catheter-related deep vein thrombosis in DKA
“If CVC placement cannot be avoided, preventive anticoagulation should be considered, but further studies are needed to establish a proper protocol” Mompontet et al (2025).
Comparison of vapocoolant spray and topical anaesthetic cream during IV cannulation
“This study demonstrated that the vapocoolant spray was not statistically more effective than lidocaine-prilocaine cream in pain reduction during intravenous cannulation” Akhgar et al (2025).
Impact of 3D VR simulation on student nurse cannulation skills
“This study aimed to evaluate the educational effects of 3D VR simulation practice versus small group practice on nursing students’ skill performance, learning satisfaction, and flow state” Yoon (2025).
Comparing prophylactic heparin with PICC complication rates – Full Text
“This study aimed to examine the association of prophylactic heparin with elective PICC removal rates, with complication rates and dwell-times” Wackernagel et al (2025).
Predicting staff capacity for OPAT programs
“Outpatient Parenteral Antibiotic Therapy (OPAT) patients require complex multidisciplinary coordination outside billable visits. Predicting and funding sufficient staff capacity for OPAT programs is poorly understood” Yamshchikov et al (2025).
Catheter-related central venous occlusive disorders
“While several techniques show promise in treating catheter-related CVOD, high-quality clinical studies are necessary to identify the more effective and safe procedure” Ma et al (2025).
Microplastics in intravenous admixtures
“This study investigates MPs in intravenous (IV) admixtures, which are stored in plastic containers before administration. The hypothesis suggests that prolonged storage may degrade container walls, leading to the release of MPs into the solutions” Pal and Chakraborty (2025).
Treatment of diabetic foot infections
“Diabetic foot infection can lead to limb amputation in approximately 17% of affected patients. Given the complex pathophysiology associated with diabetic foot infection, the goal of limb preservation is best achieved with a multidisciplinary approach and a team of providers including infectious disease consultants” Nauriyal and Byers (2025).
Smart infusion device research – Full Text
“The smart infusion automatic medication replacement device enhances the quality of infusion therapy for patients and alleviates the repetitive workload of medical staff” Mu et al (2025).
Intrapartum IV fluid rates during labor
“We conclude that in addition to the previously demonstrated decreased incidence of cesarean delivery and length of labor demonstrated in Ehsanipoor et al. afforded by increased rate of IV fluid intake, there is no significant impact on birth weight” Anisman et al (2025).
Needlestick injury incidence and reporting
“Despite being at high risk of needlesticks and the associated risks, few surgical trainees report all needlestick injuries. Reporting pathways of needlestick injuries should be streamlined to encourage greater reporting” McCabe et al (2025).
Which IV drugs need to be filtered – Full Text
“This chart is an update to the 2019 article published in Hospital Pharmacy on injectable drugs to be used with a filter. To update the chart, drugs approved from January 2019 to December 2024 were reviewed to determine if they require filtration and drugs included in the 2019 table were reviewed for accuracy” Ipema et al (2025).
Pediatric IV management safety officer – Full Text
“This study evaluates the effectiveness of medication safety officer (MSO)-based multidisciplinary management on managing IV fluids in children’s outpatient and emergency departments, aiming to reduce adverse drug reaction (ADR) and standardize IV infusion management” Zhang et al (2025).
Ultrasound-guided vascular access – Full Text
“Medical students often have limited exposure to advanced ultrasound-guided vascular access techniques within their preclinical curriculum. We evaluated the changes in confidence scores among 15 preclinical medical students before and after undertaking a novel ultrasound-guided cadaver-based training program for vascular access” Yamaguchi et al (2025).
Artificial intelligence and infusion pumps – Full Text
“It has been established that machine learning methods are capable of identifying potential issues before they become critical, thus playing a crucial role in predicting the performance of infusion pumps, potentially enhancing the safety, reliability, and efficiency of healthcare delivery” Merdović et al (2025).
Oral antibiotics for diabetic foot osteomyelitis – Full Text
“Oral antibiotics represent a safe and effective alternative to IV therapy for many patients with DFO, particularly when high-bioavailability agents are used” Gachet et al (2025).
eHealth intervention in pediatric home infusion therapy – Full Text
“This study aimed to identify the experiences and needs of parents and health care professionals during home infusion therapy and their preferences for digital features in a future eHealth intervention” Hansson et al (2025).
Nurse training for mini-midline catheter insertion – Full Text
“This study aims to explore the effectiveness of the Train-the-Trainer model in nurse training for Mini-Midline Catheter Insertion” Yuan et al (2025).
Patient satisfaction with implantable venous access ports – Full Text
“Long-term totally implantable venous access ports (TIVAP) are essential for administering chemotherapy and parenteral nutrition in cancer patients. This study aimed to evaluate patient satisfaction and postoperative complications, compared to existing literature, emphasizing patient-reported outcomes (PRO) as a critical factor in treatment decisions” Werba et al (2025).
Clinical competence and incidence of needlestick injuries – Full Text
“This study aimed to investigate the relationship between clinical competence and the incidence of NSIs, as well as the factors contributing to these injuries, among nurses in Fars Province, southern Iran, from March 2023 to May 2023” Zarei et al (2025).
Pain relief for children undergoing venipuncture and intravenous cannulation – Full Text
“The objective of this study is to compare and rank the efficacy of different local analgesia methods in reducing pain in children undergoing venipuncture and intravenous cannulation” Zhao et al (2025).