Clinical impact of peripherally inserted central catheters vs implanted port catheters
Our aim was to study the incidence of catheter-related deep venous thrombosis in patients with cancer receiving chemotherapy through either a PICC or a PORT”
Interventions to improve hand hygiene compliance in emergency departments
To investigate hand hygiene compliance (HHC) rate, factors affecting the HHC rate, and intervention strategies to improve HHC in EDs” Sea et al (2019). Summary:
Catheter-related bloodstream infection by Microbacterium paraoxydans in a pediatric patient
We herein reported an 11-year-old girl with acute leukemia who was found to have catheter-related bloodstream infection in her neutropenic phase. Gram-positive bacilli repeatedly grew
Vascular access decision making in hemodialysis
Finally, CVC use is believed to result in excess mortality in patients on hemodialysis. However, recent data suggest that CVC use is simply a surrogate
Peripheral IV catheter failure in 2019
Based on these data, we asked the lead author to update readers on the status of catheter failure and what has been improved since 2015″
Peripheral IV catheter failure from 2015
“Peripheral intravenous (IV) catheter insertion, the most common invasive hospital procedure performed worldwide, is associated with a variety of complications and an unacceptably high overall failure rate of 35% to 50% in even the best of hands” Helm et al (2019).
Flow properties of cannulae for extracorporeal membrane oxygenation
The use of extracorporeal life support devices such as extracorporeal membrane oxygenation in adults requires cannulation of the patient’s vessels with comparatively large diameter cannulae
Genetics and functionality of vascular access devices in dialysis
Thromboses and stenoses of permanent vascular access appear to be a serious hazard for patients with end-stage kidney disease on programmed haemodialysis” Kalinin et al
Economic impact of antimicrobial stewardship programmes in hospitals
Antimicrobial stewardship programmes (ASPs) include strategies that enable sustainable management of rational anti-infective treatment in the clinical setting” Huebner et al (2019). Summary: Background: Antimicrobial
Patient diaries during use of central venous catheters
Limited data exist regarding patients’ experiences with outpatient CVADs. This study characterized outpatient CVAD care via 14-day patient diaries” Nailon et al (2019). Abstract: Patients
Effectiveness of the K-Card process for central venous catheter maintenance bundle
The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of the K-Card process for central venous line (CVL) maintenance bundle compliance in a pediatric
Leaching of DEHP into solution during various infusion situations
The work explored the DEHP migration parameters in PVC infusion in clinic, based on the previous research on the test model of DEHP migrated from
Clinical prediction model for CLABSI in children
We were able to identify risk factors and develop a clinical prediction model for CLABSI in children presenting to the emergency department” Figueroa-Phillips et al
Feasibility of extracorporeal photopheresis in pediatric patients
We retrospectively studied the feasibility, safety, and efficacy of ECP in 15 children with steroid-dependent/refractory acute or chronic GVHD, who initiated ECP treatment between April
Role of the VIP score in clinically indicated peripheral IV replacement
A pre-post quality improvement initiative was implemented following complications surrounding removal of timed SPC catheters compared with those removed by clinical indication, using the Visual
Closed-loop documentation system for IV infusion administration
Many studies have highlighted the patient safety risks in intravenous medication administration, and various technological solutions have been proposed to mitigate those risks, including ‘smart
Thrombolytic therapy with urokinase for thrombosed hemodialysis arteriovenous fistula
Arteriovenous fistula (AVF) thrombosis is a common complication in patients undergoing hemodialysis, and early intervention is required. Urokinase has been used as a thrombolytic agent
Teaching clinical skills in pre-registration nurse education
This article explores the value of teaching clinical skills in pre-registration nurse education. It touches on stages of competence and the knowledge necessary to enable
Chronic venous changes induced by central lines in children
To explore the hypothesis that central venous stenosis/obstructions (CVS/O) in children are influenced by prior central venous access devices (CVADs) and are associated with future
Prevalence of idle peripherally inserted central catheters
We aimed to assess the prevalence and risks of idle peripherally inserted central catheters in adult patients” Xiong et al (2019). Abstract: BACKGROUND: Increasing studies
Reducing the risk of implantable port catheter fracture
For subcutaneously implanted central venous ports, some complications due to prolonged placement have been reported. We investigated the appropriate puncture points and port placement sites
Pharmacokinetics of Cefazolin and Vancomycin in Infants
There is little evidence to describe the optimal dosing regimen for surgical site infection prophylaxis in infants undergoing cardiac surgery, and a great deal of
Review of core competency medical training includes central line placement
Invasive bedside procedures are core competencies for internal medicine, yet no formal training guidelines exist. The authors conducted a scoping review and realist synthesis to
Technique for tunneled central line placement in children
The single-incision technique for central venous access has comparable procedure time and fluoroscopy time with no difference in complication rates between the two techniques in
Continuous thermographic observation may predict extravasation
As macroscopic observation may overlook symptoms during infusion, we focused on skin temperature changes at puncture sites and studied thermographic patterns related to induration or
Surface fabrication of central venous catheters to combat biofilm formation
So, herein we sought to compare the performance of AgNPs generated through biogenic routes using bacteria and plant extract for their antibacterial and antibiofilm potential
Central venous catheter fracture during pacemaker lead extraction
In this case report, we present an unusual and potentially life- threatening complication of cardiac electronic device lead extraction…” Rizkallah et al (2017). Introduction: In
Accidental intravenous administration of paracetamol syrup
An 18-month-old child presented with vomiting and diarrhea. Due to a rise in temperature, paracetamol syrup was prescribed, but a nurse inadvertently administered the drug
Oncology nurses’ knowledge of guidelines for CLABSI prevention
This descriptive cross-sectional survey evaluated Jordanian oncology nurses’ knowledge of the guidelines for preventing central venous catheter–associated infection” Al Qadire (2017). Abstract: This descriptive cross-sectional
Quality improvement study of the CLABSI App implementation
The objective was to determine if a digital self-assessment application (CLABSI App), bundling line care best practices with social gamification and in-context microlearning, could engage
Ultrasonography for the placement of long-term venous catheters in infants
The objective is to analyze our experience in ultrasound-guided implantation of reservoir type and tunneled catheters, as well as to compare it between both age
Review of parenteral nutrition and intestinal failure
Chronic IF may be reversible, depending on anatomy and intestinal adaptation, but most patients require long-term nutritional support, generally in the form of parenteral nutrition”
What is the optimal autoinjector needle length for use in infants
Our data suggest that the optimal EAI needle length for infants and toddlers weighing 7.5 to 15 kg should be shorter than the needle length
Randomized controlled trial of care bundles with chlorhexidine and advanced IV dressings
To compare the effects of the care bundles including chlorhexidine dressing and advanced dressings on the catheter-related bloodstream infection (CRBSI) rates in pediatric hematology-oncology patients
Relationship between anatomical IV site and risk of infusion phlebitis
To explore the relationship between the anatomical site of peripheral venous catheterization and risk of catheter-related phlebitis” Comparcini et al (2017). Abstract: AIM: To explore
Femoral central venous catheters in autologous peripheral blood stem cell collection
Autologous peripheral blood hematopoietic progenitor cell collection (A-HPCC) in children typically requires placement of a central venous catheter (CVC) for venous access. There is scant
A case of persistent left superior vena cava and partial left inferior vena cava
The coexistence of a double superior vena cava (SVC) and a partially left inferior vena cava (PLIVC) with a circumaortic collar, associated with other congenital
Efficacy of antimicrobial CVC impregnation in reducing catheter-related infections
In this network meta-analysis, we aimed to assess the comparative efficacy of antimicrobial CVC impregnations in reducing catheter-related infections in adults” Chong et al (2017).
Global device-associated infection prevention practices reviewed
Numerous evidence-based practices for preventing device-associated infections are available, yet the extent to which these practices are regularly used in acute care hospitals across different
Prevalence of healthcare-associated infections and antimicrobial use in Singapore
We conducted a national point prevalence survey (PPS) to determine the prevalence of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) and antimicrobial use (AMU) in Singapore acute-care hospitals” Cai
Consequences of CVC misplacement from the right subclavian vein to the left
This is a case report of a 21-year-old male with a rare incident of CVC misplacement from the right subclavian vein to the left” Gleesborg
Improving Bisphosphonate infusion monitoring in the medical day unit
The aim of this quality improvement project was (1) to avoid preventable bisphosphonate induced adverse effects, (2) to improve safety of bisphosphonate prescribing and administration
How to prevent phlebotomy blood sample rejection?
There is an increasing amount of blood sample rejection at primary health care facilities (PHCFs), impacting negatively the staff, facility, patient and laboratory costs” Abbas
What is the effect of medical clowns on distress levels associated with venipuncture in children?
In this pilot study, medical clowns reduced the distress from venipuncture in children. No effect on cortisol levels was observed” Rimon et al (2016). Abstract:
Will repeated venipuncture increase risk for anaemia?
Anemia is a potential adverse effect of phlebotomy during participation in research. Clinical studies of acute HIV infection (AHI) require frequent phlebotomy to maximize scientific
Continuous closed circle television to monitor hand hygiene compliance
In the present study, we compare continuous closed circle television (CCTV) with overt observation for monitoring the hand hygiene compliance of health care workers (HCWs)
Resuscitation technical skill evaluation tool includes intraosseous needle insertion
To develop a reliable and validated tool to evaluate technical resuscitation skills in a pediatric simulation setting” Faudeux et al (2017). Abstract: OBJECTIVES: To develop
Effectiveness of PICC for intravenous calcium supplements after parathyroidectomy
PICC is a safe and efficient alternative in contrast to CVC for providing venous access for calcium supplementation in surgical patients after parathyroidectomy” Qi et
Effectiveness of HAI bundles reviewed in this article
The use of standardized care bundles is evidence-based; however, implementation of these bundles has not proven effective in eliminating HAIs” Bogue and Bogue (2017). Abstract:
How effective is OPAT treatment of osteomyelitis with telavancin
These data demonstrate the effective and safe OPAT use of telavancin, providing an alternative for successful treatment of patients with osteomyelitis” Schroeder et al (2017).
Using chlorhexidine skin disinfectant in extremely preterm infants
Using 0.2% CHG-acetate as skin disinfectant in extremely preterm infants resulted in statistically significant reduction of skin lesions, without increasing the risk of CLABSI as
PICC-related-thrombosis during induction chemotherapy in acute lymphocytic leukemia children
To investigate the current status of catheter-related-thrombosis (CRT) and the risk factors of Chinese acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL) children with peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC)”