PICC-port tunneling procedure
“Our data suggest pseudo-tunnelling is a safe and effective technique for PICC-Ports insertion avoiding central venous catheterization, even in patient with small vein at the arms” Benvenuti et al (2024).
Types of drugs used during neonatal transport
“This study of a single transport team revealed that a wide variety of medications and fluids were used in the transport of neonates, with term infants receiving more medications than preterm infants” McKissic et al (2024).
Should ICU patients be screened for UEDVT – Full Text
“This article reviews data collected from observational studies that have performed bedside duplex ultrasound for surveillance of CCRT and discuss if we should routinely screen for CCRT” Shepherd and Carle (2024).
Strategy for the removal of stuck implantable port
“The proposed stepwise interventional strategy successfully removed adherent port catheters, with good safety and high effectiveness. It appeared to reduce the incidence of catheter fracture during the removal of adherent totally implantable central venous access port catheters” Ding et al (2024).
Ultrasound phantoms to practice ultrasound-guided peripheral vascular access
“Education and simulation are effective tools for improving the skills and knowledge related to ultrasound-guided peripheral IV access. Ultrasound phantom models allow for skill development without the risk of patient harm” Bullington et al (2024).
Central catheter care in hemodialysis patients
“In our dialysis unit in Shenzhen Guangdong Province China, we have developed and used our own dialysis catheter care protocol since May 2013 with good results. In this study, we would like to share our experience with the other units” Mai et al (2024).
OPAT in patients with complicated periprosthetic joint infections
“In a single centre analysis, 47 cases treated with OPAT were studied in relation to pathogen, antimicrobial resistance, indication for OPAT and follow up” Strassburg et al (2024).
CLABSI risk reduction in children with chronic intestinal failure – Full Text
“Our vascular rehabilitation concept (VRC) is a core component of our intestinal rehabilitation program (IRP) and consists of an education program, optimization of skin care, catheter fixation and lock solution, and the use of hybrid technique for catheter placement” Hilberath et al (2024).
Chemotherapy extravasation following PICC fracture
“The nature of docetaxel and partial catheter rupture caused drug extravasation, leading to delayed skin toxicity. The use of a polyurethane catheter reduces the incidence of catheter rupture; hence, silicon catheters should be avoided” Tian et al (2024).
Osmolarity of neonatal peripheral parenteral nutrition
“To describe the clinical impact of lowering the peripheral parenteral nutrition (PPN) maximum osmolarity limit from 1000 to 900 mOsm/L in patients in two neonatal intensive care units (NICUs)” Szachnowicz et al (2024).
Peripheral IV catheter complications in patients with acute stroke – Full Text
“This study provides novel insights into the frequency and types of complications associated with SPC in patients with acute stroke” Privitera et al (2024).
OPAT quality improvement – Full Text
OPAT quality improvement Abstract: Background: Outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy (OPAT) is a safe and cost-effective transitional care approach administered via different delivery models. No standards exist for appropriate OPAT program staffing. We examined outcomes of patients receiving OPAT via different care models to identify strategies to improve safety while reducing health care overuse. Methods: Retrospective […]
Risk factors for central venous access device failure – Full Text
“Modifiable risk factors were identified for CVAD failure, which occurred for 1-in-10 catheters. Strict infection prevention measures and improved CVAD securement could reduce CLABSI and dislodgement risk” Corley et al (2024).
CLABSI management qualitative study – Full Text
“Management practices such as timely analysis of HAIs, collaboration between facility leadership and multidisciplinary team members, and a focus on identifying the failure of a procedure or protocol, rather than the failure of staff members, are all approaches that can support infection prevention efforts” Gaughan et al (2024).
IVsight infusion monitoring device review – Full Text
“The IVsight infusion monitoring device showed near-perfect agreement on the recorded IV infusion duration compared with manual recording, and good acceptability among the study participants” >Mejia-Chew et al (2024).
Neonatal PICC-related compartment syndrome – Full Text
“We present a case of a pre-mature neonate with diffuse discoloration, paralysis, and loss of palpable pulses of the right upper extremity after a failed PICC insertion. The clinical features led to a diagnosis of compartment syndrome” Cai et al (2024).
Patient experience of OPAT services – Full Text
“Feedback from OPAT patients in our centre was overwhelmingly positive. The key themes identified were benefits to the patients, their friends, and family, and positive feedback about OPAT staff. The mean overall satisfaction score for OPAT was 9.6 out of 10” Soni et al (2024).
Review of nursing care of peripheral intravenous catheters – Full Text
“The PIVC practices of nurses in small and medium-sized hospitals can be improved by providing education and training based on the latest standard or guideline to facilitate the acquisition of knowledge and skills. And campaigns and programs to strengthen patient safety culture perception specific to small and medium-sized hospital should be implemented. to ensure the safety of PIVC practice” Kim et al (2024).
Medical device-associated biofilm infections – Full Text
“About 60 to 70% of nosocomial infections (NIs) are linked to biofilms. The main complication is the ability of microorganisms to adhere to surfaces and form biofilms which protect them and help them to persist in the host” Bouhrour et al (2024).
Management of central venous catheter complications in intestinal failure – Full Text
“Different complication rates and CDT were seen depending on CVC type. Tunneled catheters were significantly superior concerning CRI. Interventional catheter recanalization is a viable alternative to fibrinolytics to restore CVC patency, but long-term patency data is scarce” etJahns al (2024).
Calcified fibrin sheath following CVC removal
“We describe the clinical case of a hemodialysis patient who, following the removal of a malfunctioning, stuck CVC, presented a calcified tubular structure in the lumen of the superior vena cava, diagnosed as calcified fibrin sheath (CFS)” Taurisano et al (2024).
Ultrasound-guided axillary artery catheter placement
“Ultrasound-guided axillary arterial catheters are an alternative in patients in whom radial or femoral arterial access is difficult or not possible to achieve” Cardona et al (2024).
Malposition of central venous catheters – Full Text
“This case emphasizes the importance of radiological techniques for CVC procedural placement, as well as the detection of congenital abnormalities. Providers regularly placing CVCs should have an in-depth knowledge of the possible complications and potential anatomical variations, especially as seen in high-risk patients” Syska et al (2024).
Clinical review of vasopressors in emergency medicine
“Across the categories of shock states, norepinephrine has wide applicability and is a reasonable first-line agent for shock of uncertain etiology” Stampfl and DeBlieux (2014).
Popliteal venous access for renal replacement therapy
“Due to an earlier central line-related infection, the right femoral site exhibited signs of infection and the presence of a pus pocket, making it unsuitable for haemodialysis access. To address this, the right popliteal vein was chosen for catheterisation using a 20-cm, 12 French catheter, the longest available catheter in the country at the time” Hamed et al (2024).
Long peripheral catheters for intravenous infusions of iloprost
“Our experience shows that LPCs could be valuable and safe for rheumatologic outpatients. The increased number of insertions and new and total patients enrolled each year defines the satisfaction of patients and health care professionals” Donadoni et al (2024).
Central venous access in the prone position
“Successful VAD insertion techniques in prone patients encompassed multiple anatomical sites, including the internal jugular, brachial, femoral, and popliteal veins. However, challenges persisted, particularly with respect to anatomical variations and technical complexities in cannulation” Longo et al (2024).
Dressings and securement devices to prevent arterial catheter complications – Full Text
“To evaluate the effectiveness of peripheral AC dressing and securement devices to prevent failure and complications in hospitalised people” Schults et al (2024).
Fluid volume administered with intravenous antibiotics
“The majority of physicians were unaware of fluid volumes administered as a drug diluent with IV antibiotics. The majority chose not to make post-prescribing adjustments to their planned fluid administration” Aghaie et al (2024).
Umbilical catheter extravasation injury
“Despite a preliminary NEC diagnosis, further evaluation revealed umbilical catheter complications, leading to total parenteral nutrition extravasation. Removal of the catheter, drainage, and antibiotic adjustment resulted in improved clinical outcomes” Armağan et al (2024).