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Enhanced infection control interventions reduce neonatal CRBSI
Catheter-related bloodstream infections (CR-BSI) cause high neonatal mortality and are related to inadequate aseptic technique during the care and maintenance of a catheter. The incidence
PICC use in allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplant recipients
We have prospectively evaluated the safety and efficacy of 100 polyurethanes or silicone PICC, inserted into 100 adult allo-HSCT recipients, at the Hematology of Sapienza
Performance of modern syringe infusion pump assemblies at low infusion rates
The aim of this study was to evaluate the performance of several modern syringe infusion pumps at low infusion rates and the impact on drug
Early mortality attributable to PICC-lines
We report in our study an exhaustive inventory of bacteremia on PICC-line and their 30 days mortality, over a 7 years period” Bessis et al
Achieving equity in dialysis care and outcomes
Inequities in nephrology referral, vascular access, use of home dialysis modalities, kidney transplantation, and mortality are prominent” Crews and Novick (2020). Abstract: Socially disadvantaged persons,
Target controlled infusion algorithm to prevent hypotension associated with labor epidural
The purpose of this study was to design an adaptive optimal controller for an infusion system to regulate mean arterial pressure” Davoud et al (2019).
Peripherally inserted central catheter service review
To document the evolution of the Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter service at Princess Margaret Hospital, now Perth Children’s Hospital” Hauser et al (2019). Abstract: BACKGROUND:
Micropuncture access set use during port implantation
The aim of this study was to compare the perioperative outcomes when using a micropuncture access set (MS) to those when using a conventional puncture
What is the effect of bundles on high CLABSI rates?
Modified CVC bundles were implemented across all settings of our hospital” Karapanou et al (2020). Abstract: Background: Our hospital has several characteristics different from the
Fluid resuscitation with albumin using BET formula
In conclusion, BET formula is capable of resuscitating burn patients successfully, limiting fluid administration” Blanco-Schweizer et al (2019). Abstract: BET (Biological Engineering Technology) formula uses
Clinical management of hemophilia A in females
Affected individuals should receive infusion training and education on treatment options, physical activities, the importance of treatment adherence, and recognizing bleeding symptoms warranting treatment” Bryant
Diagnosis and management of catheter-related bloodstream infections
Treatment of inpatients may involve central venous catheter removal and antibiotics for patients needing short-term parenteral nutrition, but catheter salvage is generally recommended for patients