CLABSI treatment with broad spectrum gram-negative antibiotics
“Broader spectrum gram-negative antibiotics are commonly utilized empirically for central line-associated bloodstream infections (CLABSI) in febrile short bowel syndrome (SBS) patients receiving home parenteral nutrition compared to those used empirically for inpatient-acquired CLABSI” Stultz et al (2022).
Administration of 3% NaCl in children
“Only 32% of hospital pharmacies allowed 3% NaCl to be administered through a peripheral IV in a non-intensive care unit setting” Shah at al (2022).
Catheter tip colonization diagnosis
“Sonication did not provide reliability to Maki technique for diagnosis of catheter tip colonization and CRBSI” Lorente et al (2022).
Infusion flow and phlebitis rates
“Our results showed that variations in vancomycin concentration did not significantly influence local toxicity compared to a fixed concentration of vancomycin. Nevertheless, the loss of cell viability induced by mechanical trauma mimicking multidrug infusion could increase the risk of phlebitis” Drouet et al (2021).
Peripheral nutrition and infusion phlebitis – Full Text
“When the emulsions TNA and Kabiven™ Pl are infused through a peripheral vein, (1) four hours may be considered as the maximum time for continuous intravenous infusion in the same vein before inflammatory changes become evident” Guo et al (2022).
IV flucloxacillin associated hypokalemia
“Hypokalemia is a frequent complication in patients treated with intravenous flucloxacillin. Females receiving >8 g intravenous flucloxacillin per day are more prone to develop hypokalemia compared to males” Leegwater et al (2022).
Neonatal infection prevention bundles
“This scoping review aimed to synthesise published literature on infection prevention and care bundles addressing neonatal HCAI in LMICs and to construct a Classification Framework for their components (elements)” Molina García et al (2022).
Elastomeric pump antimicrobial stability
“The information provided in this article should be considered in patient treatments within the OPAT setting. Further stability studies are needed to confirm the appropriate use of the antimicrobials included in this program to ensure optimal patient outcomes” Fernández-Rubio et al (2021).
Experience of living with a central venous catheter
“We therefore aimed to systematically synthesize the evidence of the qualitative studies on the experience of adult oncology patients with CVADs to report the implications of living with this device” Ivziku et al (2022).
PICC care and cognitive behavioural therapy – Full Text
“To investigate the effect of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and WeChat-based health education on patients underwent peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) line placement” Song and Ma (2021).
Intra-arterial chemotherapy infusion
“In this review, we aim to summarize the literature data on the clinical approaches to pancreatic arterial drug administration in terms of techniques, drug pharmacokinetics, and clinical outcomes for advanced PC” Laface et al (2022).
Vascular access in therapeutic apheresis
“Permanent vascular access such as AVF, tunneled cuffed central lines, and implantable ports are more beneficial in prolonged treatment period” Golsorkhi et al (2022).
CVC procedural logbook
“The addition of an electronic, mobile, app-based logbook to a pre-existing paper-based logbook was associated with a higher rate of logbook compliance in trainee doctors undertaking an accreditation program for CVC insertion in an adult ICU” Tamblyn et al (2022).
Dalbavancin catheter lock solution
“A dalbavancin lock solution can be frozen for up to 6 months with no negative effect on its bioactivity against enterococcal biofilms” Díaz-Navarro et al (2022).
Effect of antiseptic bathing on CLABSI rates – Full Text
“Our study aimed to compare the effect of daily bathing with chlorhexidine, octenidine or water and soap (routine care = control) on central-line (CL) associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI) rates in intensive care units (ICUs)” Denkel et al (2022).
Treatment of iodinated contrast extravasation
“The application of dry heat during the first hour of treatment was more effective, by more than 50 percentage points, at diffusing contrast and modulating the inflammatory process” Roca-Sarsanedas et al (2021).
tPA catheter instillation and ischemic stroke
“We report a rare case of a 79-year-old lady with end-stage renal disease on hemodialysis (HD) using a CVDC who developed a paradoxical embolic ischemic stroke following the use of tissue plasminogen activator (tPA) for unclogging a dialysis catheter” Nwosu et al (2021).
PICC-ports GAVeCeLT project
“PICC-ports are safe venous access devices that should be considered as an alternative option to traditional arm-ports and chest-ports when planning chemotherapy or other long-term intermittent intravenous treatments” Bertoglio et al (2022).
Needle length for vaccination
“Current CDC deltoid intramuscular injection needle length guidelines result in women and obese individuals being more likely to receive subcutaneous injections” Sebro (2022).
Antifungal lock therapy – Full Text
“An alternative therapeutic approach may be the antifungal lock therapy, which has received high interest especially in the last decade” Kovács and Majoros (2022).
Air embolism following peripheral IV cannulation
“Consider air embolism as the differential diagnosis if a patient has a low level of consciousness after an intravenous cannula is inserted” Tariq et al (2021).
Emergency vascular access
“Contraindications and complications of I.O and of ultrasound-guided CVP positioning are limited” Gerlando et al (2021).
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Survey of ultrasound-guided peripheral intravenous practices
“Data collected included demographics, practice-oriented information, procedural activities, and supplies used for UGPIV insertions” Moureau and Gregory (2020).
Misplacement of PICCs following power-injection
“Analysis of the data indicated that 1% of appropriately sited PICCs malposition following contrast CT injection and that the catheter is able to self-correct back to its original position” Wortley and Almerol (2020).
Review of PICC placement in neonates
“PICCs are frequently inserted in a sterile zone cot-side procedure, one that requires an advanced knowledge base, technical skill and training” Hugill and van Rens (2020).
The role of the infectious disease physician in PICC choice
“Policies aimed at ensuring infectious disease physician approval prior to PICC placement for antimicrobials may improve patient safety” Vaughn et al (2020).
Impact of CVC materials and design on thrombosis risk
“Different CVC materials and designs were not associated with a reduction in the risk of either catheter-related thrombosis or infection” Slaughter et al (2020).
Molecular isolates from vascular access infection – Full Text
“In summary, the increased incidence of S. argenteus and BCC infections provides insights into their potential clinical effects in VAIs” Tseng et al (2020).
Impact of physician inspection in the detection of infusion phlebitis
“To determine whether additional dedicated observations by a doctor would increase the pickup rate of phlebitis and related complications due to intravenous cannulation” Robert et al (2020).
Confirming PICC tip location via ultrasound assessment
” With this PICC placement technique, ultrasound confirmation of PICC placement by novice ultrasound users was not superior to confirmation with chest radiograph” Furlong-Dillard et al (2020).
Factors affecting CLABSI timing in children with cancer
“The findings of this study provide a foundation for the development of EBP-based CVC guidelines to effectively reduce CLABSIs and maintain a long-term CVC without a CLABSI” Park et al (2020).
Rapid Femoral Vein Assessment tool for FICC placement
“RaFeVA (Rapid Femoral Vein Assessment)-for the systematic US assessment of the veins in the inguinal area and at mid-thigh” Brescia et al (2020).
Antineoplastic infusion in nontraditional settings – Full Text
“Infusion of antineoplastic medications in nontraditional settings, including the home, is not a new concept” Oncology Nursing Society (2020).
Chlorhexidine gluconate bathing in children to reduce CLABSI rates
“The data from the current study do not support the use of routine CHG bathing in children with cancer or those undergoing allogeneic HCT” Zerr et al (2020).
SECUREment bundles to prevent peripheral IV catheter failure
“Peripheral intravenous catheters (PIVCs) are widely used, but failure is unacceptably common with up to 69% failing before treatment is complete” Corley et al (2020).
Costs associated with a critical care-driven vascular access model
“Central line-associated bloodstream infections (CLABSI) carry serious risks for patients and financial consequences for hospitals” Tirumandas et al (2020).
Skin barrier film for central venous catheter site skin protection
“Skin barrier film is thus recommended for routine use in peripheral skin care for patients receiving CVC” Chen et al (2020).
Dalbavancin in the treatment of endocarditis – Full Text
“People who inject drugs (PWID) with bacteremia or IE are often perceived as having barriers to OPAT and standard daily-administered antibiotics, prompting off-label use of dalbavancin in this population” Ajaka et al (2020).
CVAD complications in patients with sickle cell disease
“In conclusion, our study supports the safety of using CVAD in these patients, with a low incidence of infectious, thrombotic, and mechanical complications” Ordóñez et al (2020).
Combing central line bundles and training recommended
“To evaluate knowledge and behavior of professionals in Intensive Care Units regarding the actions recommended in the bundle on preventing central venous catheter-related bloodstream infection” Costa et al (2020).
How to identify difficult intravenous access in paediatric patients?
“We externally validated the DIVA and DIVA3 showing a similar accuracy compared with the DIVA derivation cohort and between DIVA and DIVA3” Girotto et al (2020).
Long peripheral catheter and midline catheter survey results
“The majority of vascular access specialists from AVA have incorporated LPCs and MCs into their repertoire of peripheral venous access tools” Qin et al (2020).
International consensus on cardiopulmonary resuscitation – Full Text
“Systematic reviews addressed higher-priority topics, and included double-sequential defibrillation, intravenous versus intraosseous route for drug administration during cardiac arrest” Berg et al (2020).
Landmark or ultrasound guided jugular venous cannulation
“Cannulation time was longer and complications occurred more frequently in the EJV-based LM compared to the standard US-guided technique” Vinayagamurugan et al (2020).
Duration of the Hawthorne effect on hand hygiene events
“Human auditing has been the gold standard for evaluating hand hygiene (HH) compliance but is subject to the Hawthorne effect (HE)” Vaisman et al (2020).
How to minimize CLABSI in neonatal intensive care units
“Central line-associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI) is a major cause of morbidity and mortality in the neonatal population” Bierlaire et al (2020).
The process of agreeing to CVAD placement for IV chemotherapy administration
“Overall, the results of the study showed that the DCS-ITA is a psychometrically sound instrument that easily discriminates between patients who are experiencing a decisional conflict and those who are not” Esposito et al (2020).
Vesicant-type reaction to docetaxel along the venous tract – Full Text
“Infusion reaction during a docetaxel infusion, followed by an atypical, delayed vesicant-type reaction, without a clear extravasation history” Su et al (2020).
Selection of PICC catheter location in neonates
“To explore the most suitable insertion site for neonatal placement of peripherally inserted central venous catheter (PICC) according to the evidence-based ACE Star model” Chen et al (2020).
Electrolyte-based calculation of fluid shifts after infusing 0.9% saline in severe hyperglycemia
“The new equation was applied to plasma and urinary concentrations of sodium and chloride measured before and 30 min after a 30-min infusion of 1 L of 0.9% saline on two consecutive days in 14 patients with severe hyperglycemia (mean age 50 years)” Svensson et al (2020).
Treating Enterococcus faecalis infective endocarditis with OPAT
“Ceftriaxone administered as once-daily high-dose short infusion combined with ampicillin has been proposed for the treatment Enterococcus faecalis infectious endocarditis in outpatient parenteral antibiotic therapy programs (OPAT)” Herrera-Hidalgo et al (2020).
Impact of smart pump and dedicated medication line on IV failure
“Use of an infusion pump and a dedicated medication line can be a feasible option to deliver most IV medication doses in the NICU” Pritchett et al (2020).