Effect of cartoon viewing devices during phlebotomy in children
“The cartoon distraction performed using a VR device reduced the perception of pain and anxiety during phlebotomy in school-age children” İnangil et al (2020).
Detection of microbial contamination of intravenous fluids – Full Text
“We describe herein 4 clinical cases of microbial contamination of in-use intravenous infusion, in which we detected microbial contamination in the infusion fluid” Oie et al (2020).
Results of central line flushing with saline or heparin – Full Text
“The review found that there was not enough evidence to determine the effects of intermittent flushing with normal saline versus heparin to prevent occlusion in long-term central venous catheters in infants and children” Bradford et al (2020).
Successful peripheral IV cannulation and needle tip design
“We developed short bevel needles with a very thin tip and evaluated their puncture performance in two in vitro models” Tanabe et al (2020).
Evaluation of Chinese version of implantable port quality of life assessment tool
“The Chinese version of quality of life assessment, venous device-port scale is an effective assessment tool for quality of life with good reliability and validity” Liu et al (2020).
Case study on central venous catheters and arrhythmia
“We believe dialysis lines should be checked for tip position even when long-standing to prevent relevant complications due to catheter sliding” Sosa Barrios et al (2020).
Treatment of febrile pediatric hemophilia patients who have CVAD?
“Febrile immunocompetent hemophilia patients with indwelling CVADs have high rates of bacteremia” Al-Samkari et al (2020).
Optimization of IV infusion workflow in isolation wards for patients with COVID-19 – Full Text
“This study aimed to evaluate the effect of optimization of the intravenous infusion workflow in isolation wards for patients with coronavirus disease 2019” Song et al (2020).
How does COVID-19 convalescent plasma transfusion work – Full Text
“The SARS-CoV-2-specific IgG antibodies passively transferred by the transfused plasma might neutralize viral particles and activate the complement system, thus promoting viral elimination” Langhi et al (2020).
Advice on plasma as a possible treatment approach of COVID-19
“This document prepared and endorsed by the Working Party on Global Blood Safety of the International Society of Blood Transfusion presents elements, as of April 2020, to take into consideration in the preparation and transfusion of COVID-19 convalescent plasma” Epstein and Burnouf (2020).
Delivering palliative care in the COVID-19 patient group
“We identified symptom burden, management, response to treatment, and outcomes for a case series of 101 in-patients with confirmed COVID-19 referred to hospital palliative care” Lovell et al (2020).
What is the benefit of prefilled syringes in COVID-19 patient – Full Text
“Preparation of drugs for resuscitation when wearing personal protective equipment resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic may pose many problems” Ludwin et al (2020).
Following recent guidelines reduces historical PICC associated complications
“When adhering to best practices, this study demonstrated that concerns related to peripherally inserted central catheters and deep vein thrombosis risk are minimized”
Securement of paediatric central venous access devices with securAcath
“We conclude that the use of a securAcath fixation device in central venous access devices is an effective method of securement” Fitzsimons et al (2020).
Development of extravasation advice cards for clinical practice
“Information on osmolality, pH, pKa and the buffering capacity of drugs is given in relation to extravasation, which is summarised in a practical crash card that can be used in clinical practice” Smolders et al (2020).
How efficient are distraction cards and kaleidoscope for reducing phlebotomy pain?
“The purpose of this study was to determine the efficacy of distraction cards and a kaleidoscope in reducing pain during phlebotomy procedures among children” Semerci and Akgün Kostak (2020).
Research provides stability data on CaLev solutions – Full Text
“Our results confirmed the analytical stability of CaLev in NaCl 0.9%, glucose 5% and water for injection at concentrations used in clinical practice at our institute” Sanogo et al (2020).
How to adapt vascular access in COVID-19 patients?
“The 2020 COVID pandemic has forced everyone to update the usual medical procedures and adapt them to a new situation characterized by a high risk of contamination of the health operator” Scoppettuolo et al (2020).
ECRI advice on COVID-19 and the use of infusion pumps with long extension sets – Full Text
“In some cases, infusion pumps can be used with extension sets outside of the patient room to protect the clinical personnel and conserve personal protective equipment” ECRI (2020).
IV skill proficiency with PPE during a pandemic – Full Text
“Existing skill proficiency was maintained despite wearing PPE and there was no advantage with the addition of adjuncts such as video-assisted laryngoscopy and ultrasound-guided intravenous cannulation” Sule et al (2020).
Volume of separator flush between incompatible solutions
“A larger intravenous tubing volume requires a larger separator fluid volume. However, the ratio of separator fluid volume to the tubing’s volume decreases as the tubing volume increases” Doesburg et al (2020).
Review of global pediatric peripheral IV catheter practice and performance
“To describe worldwide characteristics, performance and risk factors of peripheral intravenous catheters (PIVCs), in pediatrics” Ullman et al (2020).
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Increased central line placement rates in patients with sepsis
We hypothesized that the percentage of CVPL placed for sepsis has increased over time, whereas the frequency of lines placed for other conditions has not
Effectiveness of early planned removal of PICCs on CLABSI prevention?
To determine the effectiveness of early planned removal of PICCs (up to two weeks after insertion) compared to an expectant approach or a longer fixed
Predictive factors for CLABSI in pediatric cardiac surgery patients
To assess the prevalence of central line-associated bloodstream infections in pediatric patients with and without chylothorax after cardiac surgery and identify risk factors that predict
Optimal scrub-time for the disinfection of injection ports
Though the optimal technique or disinfection time has not formally been identified through RCTs, nevertheless scrubbing with chlorhexidine-alcohol for 15 sec is seen as a
Carotid artery infusion via implantable catheters for squamous cell carcinoma of the tonsils
To avoid exceeding toxicity limits in patients with primary and recurrent cancers of the tonsils, chemotherapy was administered intra-arterially via implantable Jet-Port-Allround catheters” Aigner et
Central line bundle for prevention of implantable port infection
Central line bundle programs were found to be effective in decreasing central line-associated bloodstream infection rates, improving patients’ quality of life by preventing ports removal
Minocycline, EDTA and ethanol lock for salvaging of central line associated bloodstream infections
Our study suggests that M-EDTA-EtOH lock therapy may be an effective intervention to salvage long-term CVCs in the setting of CLABSI/CRBSI and hemodialysis cancer patients
Vascular access complications in patients undergoing percutaneous procedures
To map the production of knowledge on vascular access complications in patients undergoing percutaneous procedures in hemodynamic laboratories” Reich et al (2018). Abstract: OBJECTIVE: To
Costs of pediatric home parenteral nutrition central line infections
To evaluate institutional cost of community-acquired CLABSI in pediatric HPN patients” Raphael et al (2018). Abstract: BACKGROUND: While previous literature suggests home parenteral nutrition (HPN)
Abstracts from the 5th World Congress on Vascular Access WoCoVA 2018
Abstracts from the 5th World Congress on Vascular Access WoCoVA 2018″ WoCoVA (2018). The abstracts of WoCoVA 2018 are published in the Journal of Vascular
Effectiveness of ‘hospital in the home’ and ‘outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy’
The aim of this study was to systematically review the published literature of observational studies evaluating the safety and effectiveness of hospital in the home
Efficacy of urokinase lock to treat thrombotic dysfunction of tunneled hemodialysis catheters
There are few data to inform decisions about the optimal management of occluded tunneled cuffed hemodialysis catheters with thrombolytic locking solutions. The effect of dose,
The role of simulation in central venous catheterization training
In this review, we discuss relevant adult learning principles that support simulation-based CVC training, review the literature on simulation-based CVC training, and highlight the use
Central venous catheter occlusion during chronic epoprostenol infusion
Due to its short half-life, its solution must be prepared frequently and administered as a continuous intravenous infusion” Kopeć et al (2018). Abstract: Epoprostenol sodium
Will peripheral parental nutrition containing amino acids prevent Bacillus cereus?
Patients receiving peripheral parenteral nutrition containing amino acids are at higher risk of developing Bacillus cereus bloodstream infections, compared with those receiving other parenteral nutrition
Review of home haemodialysis in the Netherlands
Home haemodialysis (HHD) has gained popularity in recent years, due to improved clinical outcomes associated with frequent or prolonged haemodialysis sessions, best achievable at home”
Comparison of complications between peripheral arm ports and central chest ports
Arm ports are a safe option beside chest ports for adult patients with malignancy, especially in patients with head-neck cancer or breast cancer. Patients should
Ultrasound-guided versus landmark approach for peripheral intravenous access
The aim of this study was to compare an ultrasound-guided method (UGM) versus the landmark method (LM) for the placement of a PIVC in ICU
ECG-guided PICC tip position verification in patients with atrial fibrillation
The ECG-guided technique represents a safe and accurate technique to verify the position of PICC tip in patients with AF and could potentially remove the
Chest wall hematoma after central venous hemodialysis catheter insertion
The right subclavian hemodialysis catheter was inserted for hemodialysis on the same day. She did not have a history of bleeding disorders and was not
How to undertake CLABSI surveillance in home infusion therapy
The importance of central line–associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI) prevention has been increasingly recognized over the last 2 decades in acute care settings” Keller et al
Interventions to decrease short-term peripheral venous catheter-related bloodstream infections
To assess the effectiveness of interventions applied to reduce the incidence and mortality associated with short peripheral venous catheter-related bloodstream infections (PVCR-BSI)” Saliba et al
Thrombogenic superior vena cava syndrome from long-standing central venous access
The increased use of central venous catheters has resulted in more non-malignant cases of superior vena cava syndrome across all age groups. We present a
Skin problems associated with insulin pumps and sensors in adults
The aim of this study was to describe the dermatological complications associated with continuous subcutaneous insulin infusion (CSII) and continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) in adults”
Insulin pump breakdown and infusion set failure in Italian children with type 1 diabetes
This prospective 1-yr study on a large cohort of Italian children and adolescents with type 1 diabetes using insulin pump therapy showed a low total
Central venous line and dialysis catheter position affects drug clearance
The aim of this experimental study was to investigate if the position of CVC and CVDC influences the elimination of infused drugs, during continuous renal
Central venous catheter-associated venous thromboembolism in children
In pediatric oncology, the diagnosis of a hematologic malignancy and presence of a central venous catheter (CVC) have been identified as significant risk factors for
Reducing infusion pump alarms through structured interventions
Alarm fatigue is defined as sensory overload created by an immense number of alarms, which can be either true or false, actionable or nonactionable, and
Risk factors associated with non-mucosal barrier injury CLABSI
Intrinsic risk factors related to treatment and high rates of central line utilization, necessary in HSCT and hematology oncology patients, are reasons hypothesized for CLABSI’s
Impact of antibiotic administration on blood culture positivity at the beginning of sepsis
Obtaining blood cultures under antibiotic therapy is associated with a significant loss of pathogen detection. This strongly emphasizes the current recommendation to obtain blood cultures