Low speed micro-infusion pump
“It is feasible and safe to administer drugs via a micro-infusion pump at the slow 2 ml/h tempo without any accompanying fluid to patients after surgery requiring minimal volume of fluids” Meng et al (2022).
Chlorhexidine skin antisepsis and skin microbiome – Full Text
“Our objective was to determine daily changes in skin microbiome profiles up to 72h postchlorhexidine treatment” Mougeot et al (2022).
Ultrasound training models for medical students
“This study provides initial guidance and suggestions for ultrasound training models that are currently available” Palmer et al (2022).
Vapocoolant spray for vascular access in dogs and cats
“The indirect application of vapocoolant spray via a swab before catheterisation does not significantly reduce the reaction of dogs and cats to intravenous catheterisation in an emergency setting” Trinder et al (2022).
IV therapy history video – Pall blog series – episode 3
“This video will guide you through the history of infusions and tell you a story of remarkable milestones and discoveries over the last 500 years” Pall (2022).
Therapeutic radiopharmaceutical extravasation – Full Text
“Herein, we provide an analytical model of 177Lu-DOTA0-Tyr3-octreotate (Lutathera®) infusion for real-time detection and characterization of thRPM extravasation” Mazzara et al (2022).
Jugular central venous catheter tip migration – Full Text
“This study evaluates both patient and procedural factors which may influence CVC tip migration and subsequent catheter dysfunction” Smith et al (2022).
Ultrasound guided vascular access training in medical schools – Full Text
“The formalin-embalmed cadaver can be a readily available and effective learning tool for medical education programs seeking to provide training opportunities in ultrasound-guided clinical procedures” Loveless et al (2022).
Pediatric peripheral IV audit tool – Full Text
“This study aimed to describe the translation process and establish the validity of the three instruments in Indonesian to assess pediatric peripheral intravenous catheter (PIVC) insertion and care practices” Indarwati et al (2022).
Chemotherapy extravasation surgery
“Subcutaneous steroid injections after extravasation of vesicant anticancer drugs are associated with more frequent skin surgery” Ohisa et al (2022).
Central line bundle and Candida reduction
“According to our findings, the central line bundle greatly reduced central line-associated Candida species bloodstream infections” Devrim et al (2022).
Hemodialysis catheter insertion into femoral vein – Full Text
“Although the tip of the dialysis catheter was more distal than the classic femoral approach, renal replacement therapy was performed without problems” Morishige et al (2022).
AV fistula or CVC for hemodialysis
“To evaluate hemostatic changes in patients undergoing hemodialysis with prolonged use of CVC or AVF” Cunha et al (2022).
IV fluid therapy in pediatric dogs and cats
“Pediatric dogs and cats within their first 12 weeks of life have important electrolyte requirements and physiologic considerations that may impact fluid therapy” Cohn et al (2022).
Implantable port complications
“We report an experiment aimed at studying the prevalence of complications induced by implant port catheters and the risk factors that result” Jdidia et al (2022).
Ultrasound for pediatric peripheral IV catheter insertion
“The primary objective was to determine the effect ultrasound had on first attempt PIVC insertion success rates in the pediatric population” Mitchell et al (2022).
Skin antisepsis and CRBSI rates – Full Text
“In conclusion, 2% CHG was superior to 10% PVI in the CVC care bundle in terms of the inhibition of skin flora growth at CVC insertion sites and was potentially associated with lower incidence rates of CRBSI” Lin et al (2022).
Inadvertent cervical arterial catheterization
“The existing data show that the current protocol for the treatment of inadvertent cervical arterial catheterization at our center is safe and effective”
CVC related superior vena cava stenosis
“A strong suspicion of chylothorax should be reserved for a patient with recurrent unilateral pleural effusion and long term dialysis catheters” Bansal et al (2022).
Radiopharmeceutical therapy extravasation
“Research was also started with the aim of identifying therapeutic 177Lu extravasations as early as possible” Berry and Kendrick (2022).
CLABSI related spondylodiscitis
“In this study, we aimed to evaluate the frequency and risk factors of spondylodiscitis in catheter-related bloodstream infections in hemodialysis patients” Yildirim et al (2022).
Implantable port pinch-off syndrome – Full Text
“The port was placed via subclavian venous access and affected by pinch-off syndrome, which resulted in catheter malfunction and then in fragmentation from compression by the subclavius-costoclavicular complex” Caiazzo et al (2022).
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Preventing duplicate blood tests during transitions in care
“Postimplementation data revealed a 35% decrease of testing duplication in the patient population” Ortega and Goulding (2021).
ECG-guided PICC insertion using a catheter with a conductive tip
“This retrospective clinical study demonstrates that ECG-guided insertion of a new tip-conductive PICC is associated with a high rate of first-attempt success and low rate of catheter related complications” Yin et al (2021).
Association between double-checking and medication errors – Full Text
“Primed double-checking was highly prevalent but compared with single-checking conferred no benefit in terms of reduced errors or severity” Westbrook et al (2021).
Overview of COVID-19 vaccines and vaccine administration in the UK
“This article provides an overview of current COVID-19 vaccines available within the UK, including their mode of action, storage and handling” Gordon et al (2021).
Implementing smart phlebotomy ordering practices
“The topic of phlebotomy reduction to benefit patient care has been tirelessly described in the literature under different optimizations” Onuska (2021).
Persistent left superior vena cava mimicking aortic CVC placement
“Care should be taken in patients identified with persistent left superior vena cava to prevent complications in future procedures” Trostler and Planinsic (2021).
Nurse and pharmacist knowledge of IV smart pump systems
“The results of this study identify a substantial lack of knowledge among frontline clinicians regarding manufacturer recommendations for accurate IV administration of primary and secondary infusions for head height differential infusion systems” Giuliano and Blake (2021).
Reducing inappropriate blood testing in haematology patients – Full Text
“Our aim was to reduce the number of inappropriate blood tests performed on haematology inpatient wards” Fisher et al (2021).
Accidental CVC removal principal complication during COVID-19
“CRT, CRBSI, and accidental removal are significantly more frequent in COVID-19 patients. Accidental removals are the principal complication, for this reason, the use of subcutaneously anchored securement is recommended for a shorter period than usual” Antonio et al (2021).
Prevention of posterior wall puncture with a self-made needle block
“Thus, the aim of this article is to describe how a self-made needle block constructed with materials present in a central line kit” Nelson et al (2021).
Zydus Pharmaceuticals issues recall of acyclovir sodium injection – Full Alert
“Pennington, NJ, Zydus Pharmaceuticals (USA) Inc. is voluntarily recalling four lots of Acyclovir Sodium Injection, 50 mg/mL, 10 mL and 20 mL vials, to the Hospital/User level after receiving several complaints of crystallization in vials” FDA (2021).
BD expands ChloraPrep 3ml voluntary recall to include all US states
“Expanded voluntary recall that was initiated on June 23, 2020 for specified catalog numbers of the ChloraPrep™ 3 mL applicator due to possible fungal contamination under certain environmental conditions” FDA (2021).
Development of new formula to predict PICC length
“This study suggests new formulas to predict the appropriate PICC length for bedside insertion using previous AP-CXRs” Park et al (2021).
Impact of open versus closed catheter access system – Full Text
“Luer access split septum connectors along with appropriate training of the nursing personals decrease CRBSI” Kaur et al (2020).
Prevention of PICC associated CLABSI in chemotherapy patients
“Improve the level of nursing care in peripheral venous catheterization (PICC) with improved patient satisfaction” Zhang et al (2021).
Central line associated candidemia with septic pulmonary embolism
“The treatment duration for candidemia with septic pulmonary embolism should be determined based on the clearance of fungus” Okuno et al (2020).
Managing a CLABSI infection due to Citrobacter braakii
“We report our experience managing a central line-associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI) due to C. braakii” Tollkuci et al (2021).
Prolonged flushing and locking interval for implantable ports
“This systematic review and meta-analysis demonstrates that longer flushing intervals for ports are safe” Xiong et al (2021).
Safety of hypodermoclysis in patients with cancer – Full Text
“The objective of this pilot study is to assess the effectiveness and safety of hypodermoclysis (HDC) to close the gap of treatment for home-based palliative patients with cancer” Adem et al (2021).
Fragmented angiocatheter during central venous cannulation
“We experienced a rare CVC complication with fragmentation of the angiocatheter at its hub during central venous cannulation” John et al (2021).
Needlestick Injuries associated with COVID-19 vaccinations – Full Text
“Roll out COVID-19 vaccination programs, while maintaining careful focus on preventing sharps injuries and blood exposure” Persaud and Mitchell (2021).
Machine learning to identify insulin pump infusion site failures
“On the considered dataset, the proposed algorithm showed the potential to improve the safety of patients treated with sensor-augmented pump systems” Meneghetti et al (2021).
Review of new evidence-based strategies for zero CLABSI
“This article aims to review new evidence-based strategies to reduce catheter insertion-related infection” María et al (2021).
Remote OPAT prescription review by infectious diseases specialist – Full Text
“Outpatient antimicrobial stewardship, through remote assessment by an ID specialist, was effective and safe in the OPAT setting” Cassettari et al (2021).
Guidelines for peripherally inserted central catheter in neonates
“Based on the current evidence in China and overseas, the operation and management guidelines for PICC in neonates were developed” vidence-Based Medicine Group, Neonatologist Society, Chinese Medical Doctor Association (2021).
Comparison of intraosseous access and central venous catheterization
“IO access is a safe, rapid, and effective technique for gaining vascular access in critically ill adults with inaccessible peripheral veins in the emergency departments” Liu et al (2021).
Association of vitamin-D level with catheter-related-thrombosis
“The results indicated that in hemodialysis patients without the history of cancer or high blood pressure, vitamin-D had a significant impact on catheter related thrombosis” Rahimi et al (2021).
YouTube as a learning resource for central line insertion
“The gold standard video by NEJM had 320,580 views and was rated highest by both the experts and learners (4.37/5 vs 4.28/5, P = 0.518)” King et al (2021).
Continuous infusion of antibiotics using elastomeric pumps – Full Text
“This program represents very important economic savings for the health system, and the effectiveness of the antibiotic treatment has not been compromised” García-Queiruga et al (2021).
Impact of a dedicated nurse for the prevention of CLABSI
“The outcome resulted in an over 50% reduction in the CLABSI rate and permanent adoption of the DCP-RN role in the NICU” Curry et al (2021).