PICCs in adults treated with chemotherapy for solid malignancies
“This large prospective study supports the increasing use of PICCs in adult oncology outpatients treated in specialized centers with chemotherapy for non-hematological malignancies” Piredda et al (2020).
Quality improvement project to decrease utilization of multilumen PICC
“We performed a quality improvement project to decrease utilization of multilumen peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs) in favor of single-lumen PICCs and midline catheters” Kleinman Sween et al (20200.
Needlestick injury among nurses working in Ethiopia – Full Text
“Out of 297 nurses who participated in the study, 100 (33.7%) had encountered needlestick and sharp injury in the past 12 months” Abadiga et al (2020).
Compatibility of medications with intravenous lipid emulsions
“Three different lipid emulsions were physically compatible at the Y site with the majority of medications tested” Ross et al (2020).
Literature review examines ceftolozane/tazobactam continuous-infusion
“Continuous infusion (CI) of C/T is an attractive concept for aiding in transitions of care and maximising the pharmacodynamics of cephalosporins” Sheffield et al (2020).
Therapeutic drug monitoring in German intensive care units
“The aim of the ONTAI survey (online survey on the use of Therapeutic Drug Monitoring of antibiotics in intensive care units) was to evaluate which strategies intensive care physicians in Germany use to improve the quality of antibiotic therapy” Liebchen et al (2020).
Updated guidelines on CLABSI diagnosis and management
“This guideline supports clinicians and researchers alike in the evidence-based decision-making in the management of CRIs in cancer patients” Böll et al (2020).
Flap demise reversed after central venous access device removal – Full Text
“Patients undergoing head and neck free flap reconstruction should be evaluated for radiation-induced venous stenosis and presence of central venous port as a potential risk for flap failure” Sandelski et al (2020).
Which is the best approach for emergency transfusion?
“Successful emergency transfusions require early recognition and activation of resources to minimize treatment delays” Farrell et al (2020).
Strategies for optimizing infusion center care through a pandemic
“Actionable interventions of chemotherapy and supportive care delivery to further enhance the current precautionary measures while maintaining safe and effective patient care” Hanna et al (2020).
Safety and efficacy of outpatient continuous terlipressin infusion
“We assessed the safety and efficacy of continuous terlipressin infusion (CTI) for treating these conditions in an outpatient setting” Gow et al (2020).
PICC reduction following introduction of long peripheral catheters
“The purpose of this study was to evaluate the feasibility of a new long peripheral catheter (LPC) program at a large academic center in an effort to reduce the use of peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs) and their related complications” Burek et al (2020).
Virtual Learning Object for CLABSI prevention – Full Text
“To describe the process of construction and assessment of the content of a Virtual Learning Object on preventing bloodstream infections associated with infusion therapy” Dias et al (2020).
Extensive vein occlusion after temporary central catheter insertion
“We revealed that impaired venous drainage due to extensive vein occlusion after temporary catheter insertion, together with high venous flow from the arteriovenous fistula, were the explanation” Banasik et al (2020).
Systematic evaluation of ultrasound-guided radial arterial catheterization
“The arterial insertion method systematic evaluation may be utilized to reduce variation in practice and promote the use of ultrasound as a standard for the insertion of radial arterial catheters” Bardin-Spencer and Spencer (2020).
Partial anomalous pulmonary venous return diagnosed by central catheter misplacement – Full Text
“Such a rare condition can be suspected by obtaining arterialized blood samples and measuring the mean pressure through central catheters” Reichert et al (2020).
Nurse insertion of ultrasound-guided peripheral intravenous catheters
“The aim of this article is to provide the bedside nurse with a basic understanding of the techniques involved in placing ultrasound-guided peripheral intravenous catheters” Morata and Bowers (2020).
Drug stability in commercially available elastomeric devices – Full Text
“The data open up the possibility of a continuous infusion of piperacillin/tazobactam delivered by elastomeric pump devices over 24 hours in an outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy setting” Jamieson et al (2020).
Intraosseous access landmark identification using ultrasound
“Ultrasound is reliable in identifying proximal humerus intraosseous landmarks, with reasonable accuracy across various BMI groups” Bustamante et al (2020).
Tissue reaction to continuous subcutaneous insulin infusion
“We conclude that phenolic compounds in commercial insulin preparations are cell and tissue toxic, which contributes to the failure of effective insulin infusion therapy” Kesserwan et al (2020).
Decreasing turnaround-times in an outpatient infusion center
“With hospital-based infusion centers seeing increased volumes, patient wait times continue to be a priority” Blackmer et al (2020).
Gentamicin-citrate lock leads to lower CRBSI rates
“Use of GC lock led to significant reductions in CVC-BSIs with no signal for harm, and is associated with significant cost savings in dialysis care” Hussein et al (2020).
Short peripheral intravenous catheter flushing guidelines – Full Text
“This study demonstrated the effectiveness of post-insertion PIVC flushing according to recommended guidelines” Keogh et al (2020).
Improved CT contrast injection rates through implantable ports
“The aim of this study was to optimize chest port contrast injections using stepwise improvements” Fielding et al (2020).
Virtual simulator and video-assisted teaching on IV catheter insertion
“Teaching with the virtual simulator contributed to the students’ skills more than the method used in the video training” İsmailoğlu et al (2020).
Unintentional puncture of thyroid cyst during insertion of dialysis catheter
“Herby we present an uncommon case of the thyroid cyst unintended puncture, during an attempt of CVC insertion. No further clinical consequences were observed” Gołębiowski et al (2020).
CLABSI rates and outcomes in pediatric oncology patients
“In our cohort, non-MBI CLABSI continued to account for the majority of CLABSI. CVC type is independently associated with higher overall CLABSI risk” Ardura et al (2020).
Overview of peripherally inserted central catheters – Full Text
“Peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs) are a subset of central venous catheters” Gonzalez and Cassaro (2020).
Novel strategy to prevent PICC-related thrombosis
“External application of Xiao-Shuan-San could reduce the incidence of PICC-related thrombosis and other complications” Li et al (2020).
Quality improvement simulation activities CLABSI reporting
“Experimental group students observed a high-fidelity simulation bedside report for a CLABSI-affected patient” Gaffney et al (2020).