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).
Central venous catheter repair
“The authors also conclude that the expedited repair of CVCs can help alleviate health care costs for both families and the hospital system” Wallace-Shaw et al (2022).
Belgian home hemodialysis outcomes
“This present study provides important information about patient’s profile and practice patterns and safety in a cohort of 80 incident Belgian HHD patients, with encouraging techniques and patient survival” Vô et al (2022).
IV in-line filters – Pall blog series – episode 2
“IV in-line filter technology developed over the course of 50 years from protecting the patients from bacteria into small bedside manufactured devices, which today can protect ICU patients from not only intraluminal bacteria, but also from, endotoxin, air, and particles that may enter the patient’s blood stream” Pall (2022).
Matching vascular access device with IV medication – Full Text
“We aimed to assess the knowledge gap of clinicians with respect to intravenous administration line set material requirements for critical care medications” Al-Jaber et al (2022).
Vascular laceration post hemodialysis catheter insertion – Full Text
“This is the first reported case of venous laceration after repeated left IJV catheterization” Hu et al (2022).
OPAT program in Saudi Arabia – Full Text
“The findings have shown that OPAT therapy was effective with minimum hospital readmissions and therapy complications” Al Shareef et al (2022).
Totally implantable venous access device insertion – Full Text
“The primary outcome of this review outlines TIVAD insertion success and complication rates between general surgeons and radiologists” Dastouri et al (2022).
Glass particles from drug ampoules
“To determine the amount, size and characteristics of glass particulate contamination inside single-dose ampoules” Unahalekhaka and Nuthong (2022).
Near-infrared assisted peripheral IV cannulation
“Near-infrared light facilitates the visualisation of veins and consequently, the performance of cannulation in the paediatric population” Ferrario et al (2022).
ECG PICC tip location in infants – Full Text
“To explore the clinical significance of intracavitary electrocardiogram positioning technology in preventing catheter ectopic position during peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) catheterization in children with tumors” Zhang et al (2022).
Needlestick injuries in radiology
“Needlestick injuries with pathogen transmission can result in long-term health issues and psychological damage, therefore, it is imperative for radiologists to understand factors that increase the risk for transmission, methods to prevent injury, and how to manage an injury when it occurs” Lin et al (2022).
CLABSI following probiotic use
“This case emphasises the need for caution when administering probiotics to patients with indwelling catheters” Rubin et al (2022).
Infiltration and phlebitis review
“Catheter size, hospitalisation in the surgery ward and continuous infusion contributed to the development of infiltration. Age, hospitalisation in the surgery ward and catheter placement in the antecubital vein contributed to the development of phlebitis” Karaoğlan et al (2022).
Pressure injuries from peripheral IV cannulae
“However, the association between PIVC and the development of pressure injuries in this population became a concern on one Australian paediatric ward” Thom and James-McAlpine (2022).
ECMO vascular access in cardiogenic shock – Full Text
“Bleeding and limb ischemia are the important vascular access site complications, which increase blood transfusion requirements, ICU stay, and overall hospital stay” Singh et al (2022).
Blood transfusion adverse events
“This study aims to investigate real-world data (RWD) on TRAEs by evaluating differences between ICD 9/10-based electronic health records (EHR) and blood bank-specific reporting” Jhaveri et al (2022).
Assessment and management of invasive devices
“Indwelling medical devices, including vascular access and urinary catheters, pose a risk for infection, and therefore daily assessment and consideration of their continued need is a patient safety priority” Ray-Barruel (2022).
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Femoral PICC line days as a determinant of CLABSI
“While tunneled femoral PICCs are a relatively safe and effective central venous access alternative, the rate of CLABSI appears to rapidly increase with increasing line days until around day 30 and then remains high thereafter” Woo et al (2021).
Effect of maternal voice on venipuncture induced pain in neonates
“To evaluate the effect of maternal voice on pain caused by venipuncture (including peripheral venipuncture and femoral venipuncture) in neonates hospitalized in the NICU” Chen et al (2021).
Locating contraceptive implants using near-infrared technology
“Near-infrared light was successful in locating nonpalpable etonogestrel implants. This novel method can be used as an alternative to ultrasonography” Akturk (2021).
Urgent need to refocus on hardwiring CLABSI prevention efforts
“The COVID-19 pandemic was associated with substantial increases in CLABSI but not CAUTI events” Fakih et al (2021).
Correlation of positive blood cultures with PICC infection – Full Text
“Corroborate existing literature on the subject which suggests that the use of PICC lines in oncology patients is feasible and does not pose unacceptable risk” Platanaki et al (2021).
PICC tip perforated wall of superior vena cava
“Contrast computed tomography revealed that the tip of the catheter had perforated the vessel wall of the superior vena cava and had migrated into the mediastinal space” Sakaue et al (2021).
Machine learning to predict CLABSI among hospitalized children
“A machine learning model using common features in the electronic medical records can predict the onset of serious infections in children with central venous lines at least 8 h prior to when a clinical team drew a blood culture” Tabaie et al (2021).
Prophylaxis against catheter-associated UEDVT in children
“We obtained preliminary evidence on the efficacy of early prophylaxis on the risk of central venous catheter-associated deep venous thrombosis” Faustino et al (2021).
Practices related to blood sample hemolysis prevention
“Findings suggest that emergency nurses lack some knowledge related to blood sample hemolysis prevention best practices” Burchill et al (2021).
Cost of inpatient versus OPAT treatment – Full Text
“The costs of inpatient parenteral antibiotic treatment (IPAT) and simulated costs of outpatient parenteral antibiotic treatment (OPAT) were compared in patients with PJI” Boese et al (2021).
Cross-sectional survey of vascular access practices in the ICU
“Variation in guideline-based vascular access practices exists in the ICU. Defined local protocols may improve guideline adherence” Govindan et al (2021).
Embolization of totally implantable central venous catheter
“This study aimed to analyzed clinical findings, etiology, and treatment options in DE of TIVADs” Kara et al (2021).
Central venous access device-associated DVT resolution in children
“Current guidelines suggest anticoagulation for a maximum of 3 months in patients with provoked DVT if the provoking factor is resolved” García-Boyano et al (2021).
Vein imaging devices and successful peripheral IV insertion
“The vascular imaging device was effective in determining the proper vein and in successful intravenous catheter insertion time in patients who were receiving chemotherapy” Eren and Caliskan (2021).
Totally implantable venous access port malposition case study – Full Text
“Early detection and treatment are critical for preventing catheter allotopia in the totally implantable access ports” Gu et al (2021).
Risk factors for neonatal central venous catheter-associated thromboembolism
“In conclusion, intensive transfusion treatment (through a peripheral line) after CVC insertion was associated with a higher risk of VTE (odds ratio 7.58; 95% confidence interval, 0.84-68.46)” Badur et al (2021).
Adverse events associated with home blood transfusion
“This study has demonstrated that a Nurse-led home blood transfusion service is safe (<1% adverse event rate) for those with a medically stable, chronic condition" Sharp et al (2021).
Improving the care of patients with diabetic foot osteomyelitis
“Creating collaborative competency may be an effective local strategy to improve knowledge of diabetic foot infection” Jhaveri et al (2021).
Vascular access and vein preservation in a 5-year-old child
“administration of ERT given within the first 2 days of life followed by ultrasound guided vascular access that facilitated by bi-weekly infusions and extensive phlebotomy” Ostroff et al (2021).
Global infusion technology leader launches UK operation
“The UK operation, which aims to deliver safe patient-focused infusion solutions that improve healthcare outcomes and quality of life” Eitan Medical (2021).
Educating novice trainees in ultrasound-guided venipuncture
“Peripheral intravenous access using ultrasound requires specific training, especially for new ultrasound users” Raft et al (2021).
Complications and challenges of home hemodialysis
“Despite advances in technological aspects of HHD, potential complications still pose a challenge to health care givers” Gupta and Zimmerman (2021).
How to retrieve a central venous catheter fragment
“A catheter fragment with inaccessible ends can be retrieved using the well-known two-step method: making a free end with a pigtail catheter and seizing it with a snare catheter” More et al (2021).
Effect of splint on the dwell time of peripheral IV cannula in neonates
“To determine the effect of splint on the dwell time of peripheral intravenous cannula in neonates” Serane et al (2021).
Incidence of asymptomatic thrombosis related to PICC in adults – Full Text
“A higher Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group score (ECOG), slower blood flow velocity and left basilic vein were independent risk factors of asymptomatic thrombosis” Chen et al (2021).
Novel device prevents intravenous bolus overdose
“In this cross-sectional study, we evaluated user experience and perception of Syringe Brake, a dosage flow restrictor device” Ng et al (2021).
Minimal guidewire length for central venous catheterization of the right subclavian vein
“The aim of this study was to determine the minimal guidewire length required to maintain correct guidewire tip position in the lower superior vena cava throughout an ultrasound-guided CVC placement in the right subclavian vein” Adrian et al (2021).
Instructional videos to reduce central venous catheter complications in children
“Children with IF receiving home PN are at high risk for CVC-related complications, and caregivers are the first line of defense for catheter care” Pierik et al (2021).
Effect of peripheral IV catheter care bundle on infusion phlebitis rates
“The current study showed that the implementation of a standardized PVC care bundle can significantly enhance the assessment and identification process of phlebitis and can aid in reducing the incidence of phlebitis” Gunasundram et al (2021).
What increases the incidence of extravasation during chemotherapy – Full Text
“Treatment with 5-fluorouracil combined with cisplatin increases the incidence of extravasation” Tagashira et al (2021).