PICC insertion in the saphenous veins
“This study aimed to determine technical success and safety of GSV/AAGSV PICCs” Jin et al (2021).
Peripheral IV catheter insertion and care on-job skill assessment
“To evaluate the impact of structured simulation-based PIVC training and on-job assessment program on nurses’ knowledge, attitudes, and performance” Hassanein et al (2021).
Tissue adhesive for ECMO cannula securement
“Growing evidence suggests tissue adhesive (TA) may be a practical and safe method to secure vascular access devices, but little evidence exists pertaining to securement of ECMO cannulae” Pearse et al (2021).
NHS England to boost access to SecurAcath – Full Text
“Through the MedTech Funding Mandate, NHS England aims to ensure all parts of the healthcare system are aware of the benefits of certain medical products and able to access them”
Ultrasound-guided peripheral IV catheter survival time
Abstract: Introduction: Establishing and maintaining peripheral intravenous access in patients with no visible or palpable veins can be arduous. Intravenous catheters placed with ultrasound do not survive as long as traditionally placed catheters. This study was performed to determine the relationship between the catheter length placed into the lumen of the vein using ultrasound and […]
The epidemiology of central venous catheter-related bloodstream infection
“Our data demonstrated that the epidemiology of CRBSI in the same center, will change over time and Gram-negative strains are an increasing cause of CRBSI” Mandolfo et al (2021).
Central venous catheter salvage in pediatric CLABSI
“We developed and evaluated several models to predict clinically relevant outcomes in the context of CVC salvage in pediatric CLABSI” Walker et al (2021).
Biofilm prevention with slippery liquid-infused porous surfaces – Full Text
“The development of novel slippery liquid-infused porous surfaces (SLIPSs) represents promising method for the biofilm formation prevention” Habib et al (2021).
Heating intravenous fluid tubing to treat hypothermia
“We conducted an experimental study to measure the ability of commercially available heating elements to warm intravenous (IV) fluids during infusion” Rodriguez et al (2021).
Vein preservation initiative in children with CKD
“We instituted an initiative to increase the frequency of PIV placement in the dominant arm for hospitalized pediatric patients” Singh et al (2021).
Cisplatin-induced nephrotoxicity in an outpatient setting
“It is unclear if a risk prediction score can effectively predict the development of nephrotoxicity throughout all cycles of cisplatin therapy among outpatients” Burns et al (2021).
Supraclavicular ultrasonographic real-time guidance for PICC insertion
“Supraclavicular ultrasonographic real-time guidance for peripherally inserted central catheter placement was feasible and enabled successful placement” Kirkegaard et al (2021).
Device-associated infections in Canadian hospitals – Full Text
“Understanding the national burden of device-associated HAIs is essential for developing and maintaining benchmark rates for informing infection and prevention control and antimicrobial stewardship policies and programs” Canadian Nosocomial Infection Surveillance Program (2020).
The learning curve for peripheral IV placement
“The objective of this study is to measure the competency of nurses with USGPIV in children after training” Anderson et al (2021).
What influences adherence to infection control practices?
“The objective of this study is to investigate associations between adherence to infection control practices and performance in psychological tests” Assis et al (2021).
Safety of intravenous olanzapine administration
“Hypotension, the most commonly noted ADE, occurred more frequently than in previous studies. IVP olanzapine appears to be a safe route of administration in hospitalized patients” Hunt et al (2021).
Daily chlorhexidine bathing reduces CLABSI rates
“Introduction of daily chlorhexidine bathing resulted in a decline of CLABSI incidence on ICUs” Scheier et al (2021).
Central venous access in an overburdened health system – Full text
“Intern attempted to place a triple-lumen catheter in the right internal jugular vein using only anatomic landmarks for guidance” Woo et al (2021).
Incidence of catheter-related deep vein thrombosis in newborn infants
“The incidence of central venous catheter-related deep vein thrombosis was 5.33 per 1000 catheter-days” Rubio Longo et al (2021).
Management of a parenteral opioid shortage using ASHP guidelines
“A multidisciplinary response is necessary for effective management of drug shortages through implementation of strategies and practices for notifying clinicians of shortages and identifying optimal alternative therapies” Vo et al (2021).
Comparison of stenting versus HeRO for hemodialysis patients
“Central venous occlusive disease is a common cause of upper extremity, arteriovenous (AV) access dysfunction in hemodialysis patients” Proksch et al (2021).
Feasibility of 3-month flushing interval for implantable ports
“Our study demonstrated that 3-month interval access and flushing is safe and feasible for maintaining TICVPS” Oh et al (2021).
Biplane ultrasound imaging for vascular access – Full Text
“We detail the first reported use of biplane imaging using a portable ultrasound probe for difficult vascular access” Convissar et al (2021).
Intraosseous contrast administration for emergency stroke CT
“We present the first case of IO contrast administration for CT imaging in suspected acute stroke” Krähling et al (2021).
OPAT treatment duration for cellulitis treatment
“Our findings suggest that clinical and OPAT-related factors can influence early conversion to oral antibiotic therapy” Palit et al (2021).
Antibiotic-associated adverse events in hospitalized children
“More than 1 in 5 courses of antibiotics administered to hospitalized children are complicated by AEs” Same et al (2021).
Effect of motor imagery on learning peripheral IV catheter training
“Therefore, motor imagery improved professional motor skills learning, and limited the time needed to reach the expected level” Collet et al (2021).
Heparin solution for the prevention of CVC occlusion – Full Text
“Locking with 50 IU/mL heparin solution is more effective than 0.9% isotonic saline in preventing occlusion of the Hickman® catheter” Silva et al (2021).
Peripherally inserted central cathether migration in neonates
“Based on our experience in our unit, we recommend periodic imaging at 12-24 hrs and on the third day after PICC placement as most migration occurred within three days after insertion” Acun et al (2021).
The success of ambulatory chemotherapy pumps
“Ambulatory chemotherapy allows the delivery of short and extended chemotherapy infusions through a portable pump from the comfort of patients’ homes” Sabbagh et al (2021).