Analgesic block for implantable port insertion – Full Text
“In CVPC placement, ultrasound-guided Pecs II block is a more reliable, easily applicable and longer-acting approach than LA infiltration for postoperative analgesia” Ince et al (2020).
Ultrasound-guided tunneled femoral lines in critically ill pediatric patients
“We describe our institutional technique for ultrasound-guided tunneled femoral venous access in neonates and infants” Woerner et al (2020).
Case study describes bowel perforation during femoral central catheter insertion
“We present a rare complication of bowel puncture during insertion of a femoral CVC in the emergency department in a 46-year-old female” Beca and Loubani (2020).
Clinical impact of sodium and water administration following IV drug administration
“The quantitative importance of prescribed intravenous (IV) medication to water and sodium intake in routine clinical practice is undocumented, with uncertain influence on clinical outcomes. The present study aimed to redress this issue in surgical patients with gastrointestinal problems” Austin et al (2020).
Central venous catheter variation and related complication rates
“The aim of this prospective, cohort, 7-year study was to compare the incidence rate differences of catheter-related complications (CRCs) among 4 types of central VADs in cancer patients on home parenteral nutrition” Cotogni et al (2020).
Management of superior vena cava syndrome – Full Text
“The number of cases of superior vena cava syndrome (SVCS) increased due to increased cardiac devices and central venous catheters” Abuelatta et al (2020).
OPAT associated adverse outcomes – Full Text
“A risk score can be implemented to detect who may be at high risk of serious adverse outcomes, but all patients on OPAT may require monitoring to prevent or detect adverse events” Keller et al (2020).
Impact of IV push antibiotic administration on therapy delays in sepsis
“This study evaluates the difference in time from sepsis diagnosis to first-dose completion of β-lactam antibiotics between IV push and IV piggyback administration” Gregorowicz et al (2020).
Effectiveness of double checking to reduce medication administration errors – Full Text
“Double checking medication administration in hospitals is often standard practice, particularly for high-risk drugs, yet its effectiveness in reducing medication administration errors (MAEs) and improving patient outcomes remains unclear. We conducted a systematic review of studies evaluating evidence of the effectiveness of double checking to reduce MAEs” Koyama et al (2020).
Totally implantable venous access ports for patients with breast cancer – Full Text
“In conclusion, TIVAP implantation via IJV or subclavian puncture by blind puncture approach is safe and feasible for the breast cancer patients during adjuvant treatment” Zhang et al (2020).
Intraoperative identification of persistent left superior vena cava with intracavitary ECG
“The persistent left superior vena cavae were identified with the aid of intracavitary electrocardiogram” Jheengut and Fan (2020).
Central venous catheter outcomes in cancer patients
“The analysis compares midterm peripherally inserted central venous catheters (PICCs) with long-term centrally inserted catheters, including totally implanted ports and tunneled catheters with central insertion (tCVCs)” Corti et al (2020).
Triaging patients who require vascular access creation in COVID-19 – Full Text
“We propose the ABCDE score, a simple five-component scoring system that will allow clinicians to triage patients who require vascular access creation” Ng et al (2020).
Safety of a rapid Daratumumab infusion protocol
“Our findings indicate that rapid daratumumab infusion is safe and tolerable and provides cost savings for patients with relapsed/refractory disease” Hamadeh et al (2020).
What is the impact of catheter securement on CLABSI rates – Full Text
“The use of a subcutaneous engineered securement device (SESD) for peripherally inserted central catheters (PICC) in an acute care setting was found to have a direct impact on central line associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI) rates compared to traditional adhesive engineered securement devices (AESD)” Rowe et al (2020).
Upper extremity venous thrombosis following midline catheter placement
“We present 2 cases of pregnant women with no personal or family history of thrombosis who underwent midline catheter insertion and developed venous thromboembolism of the upper extremity” Viviani et al (2020).
Impact of elective replacement of peripheral intravenous cannulae in neonates
“Elective replacement of peripheral intravenous cannulas was not shown to reduce the risk of combined adverse events. Elective peripheral intravenous cannula replacement also incurred a higher cost” Lieu et al (2020).
CLABSI quality improvement project in ICU
“Catheter line-associated bloodstream infection declined from above to below the benchmark” Omar et al (2020).
Stability of various antibiotics in intravenous infusion bags
“Stability of tedizolid phosphate-sodium rifampicin and tedizolid phosphate-meropenem admixtures in intravenous infusion bags stored at different temperatures” Ezquer-Garin et al (2020).
Central venous obstruction-induced intracranial hypertension
“Central venous obstruction (stenosis or occlusion) is common in patients with renal failure on hemodialysis and may be associated with intracranial hypertension (IH)” Mackay and Takacs (2020).
Intermittent infusion dosing for vancomycin in adults – Full Text
“In this work, we demonstrate the use of a GA for the optimisation of intermittent vancomycin administration in adult patients” Colin et al (2020).
Vascular access as a survival factor for the haemodialysis population
“Selection of the type of vascular access affects patients’ clinical outcomes, access maintenance frequency, risk of infection and major adverse cardiac events during dialysis” Zavacka et al (2020).
Vascular Access and IV Therapy Resource
Article describes the early history of home parenteral nutrition
Technologic advances in the past century have led to the ability to safely deliver parenteral nutrition (PN) to hospitalized patients. Key breakthroughs included the development
Rates of central line-associated blood stream infection and venous thromboembolism
The purpose of our study is to compare the rate of central line-associated blood stream infections and venous thromboembolism in central venous catheters versus peripherally
Knowledge of central line catheter care provided to oncology patients
The aim of the present study was to assess the oncology nurses’ knowledge about central line catheters and their care, complications, and applications” Abu Sharour
Analysis of occupational sharp injuries among healthcare workers
An analysis of work-related sharp injuries in Healthcare Workers (HCWs) based at a selected hospital in Central Poland by presenting the frequency of accidents, injury
Ultrasound and saline flush technique for confirmation of central catheter tip
Our study investigated the reliability of appearance of rapid atrial swirl flow (RASF) by ultrasonography (US) in the right atrium (RA), which occurred as a
Diameter and depth of internal jugular and subclavian veins based on hand dominancy
The central veins’ catheterization, required in critically ill patients, is more successful in larger veins. Some researchers hypothesized that hand preference might be associated with
Sedation protocol for short painful procedures in newborns
The aim of this study is to evaluate the use and safety of a sedation protocol with sevoflurane for short painful procedures in newborns” Gomez
Upper extremity DVT clinical features and etiologies
An endovenous device was involved in 92.5 % of cases of ULVT. The prevalence of symptomatic PE was low. Hematological malignancies, sepsis and neoplasia were
Safety of totally implanted port insertion performed by surgical residents
The aim of this study was to compare the outcomes after totally implantable venous access ports implantations done by resident and attending surgeons” Schreckenbach et
Intravenous administration set change recommendations for parenteral nutrition
Recommendations prescribe daily intravenous administration set (IVAS) replacement for parenteral nutrition (PN) comprising intravenous fat emulsions (IVFE) due to risk of micro-organism growth and resultant
Effect of intravenous fluid choice on patient outcomes in the ED
Normal saline solution and lactated Ringer’s solution were associated with similar 24-hour recovery scores and 7-day health care use in stable ED patients. These results
Diagnosis of air embolism from a central venous catheter
Here, we report a case of CAE associated with a central venous catheter in the internal jugular vein that resulted in neurological deficits and generalised
Geriatric hemodialysis patient survival factors described
The present study revealed that comorbidities and low performance status at the onset of dialysis had shortened the survival time in the geriatric hemodialysis patient
Premixed IV antimicrobials reduced time to administration of the first dose in sepsis
The objective of this study was to evaluate the impact of antimicrobial preparation on time to administration in septic patients located in the emergency department
Vancomycin levels tested from a central venous catheter
Carryover from prior infusions does not appear to jeopardize measurements of piperacillin-tazobactam, meropenem, or vancomycin in commonly used vascular catheters at our institution” Marsh et
Mediastinal haematoma following central venous catheter insertion
Mediastinal haematoma is a rare complication of CVC insertion. It is most commonly due to perforation of the subclavian vein by the guidewire or dilator”
Clostridium difficile infection prevention during CVC antibiotic administration
We hypothesised that daily oral administration of the anion-binding resin colestyramine (cholestyramine) would help prevent infections in those receiving intravenous antibiotic treatment via CVADs” Puri
Review of pediatric central venous catheter complications
The aim of this study was to evaluate CVC and catheter related complications in our tertiary pediatric intensive care unit” Tolunay et al (2018). Abstract:
Adoption of SecurAcath for PICC securement within the National Health Service in England
SecurAcath is a catheter securement device designed for central venous catheters. The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence, as a part of its Medical
CLABSI reduction with daily bathing using chlorhexidine gluconate cloths
Evidence supports daily bathing using chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) cloths to decrease preventable hospital-acquired central line-associated bloodstream infections (CLABSIs)” Reynolds et al (2018). Abstract: BACKGROUND: Evidence
Chronic intestinal failure cost analysis shows decline after first year
HPN related costs accounted for the majority of the total expenses in IF patients. The costs declined after the first year due to a reduction
Home parenteral nutrition patients participate in an international study on quality of life
The aims of this study were: to re-assess the basic psychometric properties of the HPN-QOL© in a multinational sample of adult patients; to provide a
Thromboembolism incidence and risk factors in children with cancer
Objectives were to describe the incidence and risk factors of TE in children with cancer” Pelland-Marcotte et al (2018). Abstract: There is conflicting information about
Patient experience with vascular access during treatment for early-stage breast cancer
Most patients reported being satisfied with the vascular access used for their treatment. Improved education and understanding about the evidence-based requirements for vascular access are
Optimizing vascular access for early-stage breast cancer patients
Despite widespread use of chemotherapy for patients with breast cancer, the type of venous access used for treatment varies significantly, as do perceptions about the
Phlebitis assessment associated with peripheral vein cannulation
Duration of venous cannulation median indicated that most of the catheters were removed on the second day. When veins inflammation was diagnosed, the most frequent
Impact of home parenteral nutrition on improving quality of life
To assess the effectiveness of home parenteral nutrition (HPN) in improving survival and quality of life in people with inoperable MBO” Sowerbutts et al (2018).
Treatment options for extravasation of liposomal and pegylated liposomal anthracyclines
The aim of this paper was to review the scientific literature on the extravasation of liposomal and pegylated liposomal anthracyclines and determine the clinical impact
Recommended implantable port flush volume identified
This study investigates the best irrigation volume for an intravenous port by simulating the clinical scenario ex-vivo to access its usefulness” Wu et al (2018).
Peripheral intravenous catheter first time insertion rates
Peripheral intravenous catheter insertion is a clinical procedure commonly performed by nurses for pediatric patients in Bhutan. This study describes peripheral intravenous catheter first attempt