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OPAT administration of intravenous ganciclovir

“Ganciclovir via OPAT is a viable option in patients requiring an extended duration of IV therapy. In our cohort of 18 patients, only one had early discontinuation of therapy due to ganciclovir-related AKI. Close monitoring of labs and an established OPAT protocol can allow for successful completion of therapy” Patel et al (2025).

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Parenteral nutrition extravasation in newborns – Full Text

“We report two cases: one of neonatal hydrothorax with subsequent lung cystic formation after a parenteral nutrition leakage caused by the displacement of an Epicutaneo-Caval Catheter in the basilic vein of the left arm; the second involves a peritoneal collection of parenteral nutrition from the umbilical venous catheter” Coramusi et al (2025).

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Vascular access devices for systemic anti-cancer therapy survey

“A recent scoping review discovered a significant deficit in the literature covering clinical aspects of vascular access device (VAD) selection, insertion, and, in particular, training and education. To answer some of these questions, we are conducting a quantitative survey throughout Europe to investigate healthcare professionals’ current practices surrounding vascular access devices used for systemic anti-cancer therapy” Duggan et al (2025).

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CLABSI prevalence in patients with cancer – Full Text

“These findings emphasize the importance of continuous monitoring, individualized infection prevention strategies in oncology nursing practice. Future research with larger datasets is needed to validate these findings and develop tailored interventions to reduce CLABSI risks” Belloni et al (2025).

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NICU-CLABSI prevention bundle

“The implementation of a NICU-specific CLABSI prevention bundle significantly reduced infection rates and lowered healthcare costs by approximately 80% per patient” Iyigun et al (2025).

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Vasoactive drug infusion questionnaire – Full Text

“The Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice of Vasoactive Agents Infusions Questionnaire demonstrates good reliability and validity, making it a reliable measurement tool for assessing nurses’ attitudes and knowledge related to vasoactive agents’ infusions” Huang et al (2025).

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Vascular access devices for systemic anti-cancer therapy survey

“A recent scoping review discovered a significant deficit in the literature covering clinical aspects of vascular access device (VAD) selection, insertion, and, in particular, training and education. To answer some of these questions, we are conducting a quantitative survey throughout Europe to investigate healthcare professionals’ current practices surrounding vascular access devices used for systemic anti-cancer therapy” Duggan et al (2025).

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CLABSI prevalence in patients with cancer – Full Text

“These findings emphasize the importance of continuous monitoring, individualized infection prevention strategies in oncology nursing practice. Future research with larger datasets is needed to validate these findings and develop tailored interventions to reduce CLABSI risks” Belloni et al (2025).

Read More »

NICU-CLABSI prevention bundle

“The implementation of a NICU-specific CLABSI prevention bundle significantly reduced infection rates and lowered healthcare costs by approximately 80% per patient” Iyigun et al (2025).

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Vasoactive drug infusion questionnaire – Full Text

“The Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice of Vasoactive Agents Infusions Questionnaire demonstrates good reliability and validity, making it a reliable measurement tool for assessing nurses’ attitudes and knowledge related to vasoactive agents’ infusions” Huang et al (2025).

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Peripheral intravenous cannula best practice advice – Full Text

“PIVC insertion is painful for patients, takes clinicians’ attention away from other care, has adverse outcomes and causes major economic and environmental burden. Our aim is to codesign an implementation toolkit to reduce unnecessary PIVC insertions and improve other national quality indicators using an implementation science framework” Egerton-Warburton et al (2025).

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Misplaced femoral central venous catheter – Full Text

“We present a case of a triple lumen catheter which was misplaced in a small lumbar vein side-branch while attempting a left groin approach. This finding was discovered on CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis, after which the catheter was repositioned with proper placement” Horani et al (2025).

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Frequency of OPAT linked adverse events – Full Text

“Almost 1 in 3 patients leaving on OPAT experienced an adverse event. A 6 Sigma analysis identified heterogeneity in our process and incorrect assumptions among stakeholders. Next steps should focus on improving ID documentation and ensuring all patients leaving on OPAT have an ID clinic visit scheduled within 14 days after discharge” Keri et al (2025).

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Internal jugular vein thrombosis – Full Text

“IJVT presents with distinct biomarker profiles when associated with CVADs, characterized by lower systemic fibrinolysis and heightened inflammation. Recognition of these differences may refine diagnostic thresholds and guide prophylactic strategies. Larger prospective studies are warranted” Boccatonda et al (2025).

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