ASPEN consensus recommendations for refeeding syndrome
“These consensus recommendations are intended to provide guidance regarding recognizing risk and identifying, stratifying, avoiding and managing RS” da Silva et al (2020).
Risk of vascular access infection associated with buttonhole cannulation
“We used national surveillance data to evaluate the infection burden and risk among in-center hemodialysis patients with AVFs using BHC” Lyman et al (2020).
Prophylactic antibiotics no advantage for CLABSI reduction with implantable port insertion
“To analyse the need of prophylactic antibiotic before the insertion of totally implantable venous access devices (TIVADs) in terms of preventing central line-associated blood stream infection (CLABSI) in early postoperative period in pediatric oncology patients” Akbar et al (2020).
Environmental assessment of cytotoxic drugs in the Oncology Center of Cyprus
“Cytotoxic drugs constitute an important workplace hazard in the hospital environment. Our aim was to conduct an environmental assessment of hazardous drugs in the Oncology Center of Cyprus” Soteriades et al (2020).
Safety of modern intravenous iron infusions in patients with rheumatoid arthritis
“There is significant evidence of safety and efficacy of intravenous iron in patients with rheumatoid arthritis using newer, less immunogenic iron preparations, such as iron sucrose and low molecular weight iron dextran preparations” Ooi et al (2020).
Patient experiences with outpatient parenteral antibiotic therapy
“This work compares overall patient satisfaction with outpatient parenteral antibiotic therarpy (OPAT) care across the skilled nursing facility (SNF) and home healthcare company (HHC) settings” Mansour (2019).
Push-dose vasopressin for hypotension in septic shock
“This case report discusses the use of push-dose vasopressin as an alternate vasoactive medication to improve hemodynamics in a patient with vasodilatory septic shock” Nowadly et al (2020).
Ultrasound-guided internal jugular vein cannulation using needle with depth guard
“The use of measured guided needle with guard significantly improved the accuracy, success and ease of USG guided IJV cannulation and decreased complications” Arya et al (2020).
Improving timing of antibiotics in neonates with early onset sepsis
“Early onset sepsis (EOS) is an important cause of neonatal morbidity and mortality. Timely administration of antibiotics is crucial in management. We initiated a quality improvement project to improve timely administration of antibiotics” Ma et al (2020).
Intraosseous versus peripheral IV access during out-of-hospital cardiac arrest
“To compare intraosseous access with peripheral venous access on adults out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) patients’ clinical outcomes” Baert et al (2020).
Inpatient versus OPAT treatment for periprosthetic joint infections
“The costs of inpatient parenteral antibiotic treatment (IPAT) and simulated costs of outpatient parenteral antibiotic treatment (OPAT) were compared in patients with PJI” Boese et al (2020).
Prehospital life-saving interventions performed on pediatric patients in a combat zone
“We aimed to describe and evaluate prehospital life-saving interventions performed in a pediatric population in the Afghanistan theater of operations” Reeves et al (2020).
Stability data pertaining to OPAT antibiotic infusions in warmer climates
“To determine if there are sufficient stability data to confirm appropriate prescribing of antibiotics commonly used in outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy (OPAT) in warmer climates” Perks et al (2020).
Y-site administration of antibiotics with common intravenous medications
“Imipenem/cilastatin/relebactam was found to be compatible with a wide range of intravenous medications, facilitating co-administration with various IV medications” Ghazi et al (2020).
Infusion pump or standard IV push injection to deliver naloxone treatment
“Naloxone infusion using an infusion pump may be safer with regard to hemodynamic stability, resulting in shorter hospitalization periods, and fewer posttreatment complications” Dadpour et al (2020).
Occupational exposure in health care personnel to antineoplastic drugs
“This article aims to provide a literature review on the occupational exposure of health care personnel to antineoplastic drugs and to reflect the current status in Hong Kong” Yu (2020).
Effects of humeral intraosseous epinephrine in a pediatric hypovolemic cardiac arrest porcine model
“Aims of the study were to determine the effects of humerus intraosseous (HIO) versus intravenous (IV) administration of epinephrine in a hypovolemic, pediatric pig model” Neill et al (2020).
Study of peripheral intravenous cannula insertion and use in an emergency department
“This study surveyed the number of peripheral intravenous cannulas inserted in the emergency department and identify the level of and reason for use” Thomas et al (2020).
Antifungal treatment administered in OPAT programs is safe and effective
“AT can be successfully administered in OPAT programs in selected patients, that are clinically stable and monitored by an infectious disease physician” Gil-Navarro et al (2020).
Nursing student experiences with needlestick injuries
“Nursing students are at increased risk of needlestick injury (NSI) due to limited clinical experience and underdeveloped skills” Black Thomas (2020).
Infusion reactions to monoclonal antibodies used in cancer treatment
“Data on infusion reactions and infusion rates for all monoclonal antibodies that are licensed in the European Union for treatment of solid tumors or hematological malignancies, found by a literature search, were included in this review” Rombouts et al (2020).
Electrolyte replacement protocol in an outpatient oncology infusion center
“The objective of this study was to evaluate the occurrence of low serum potassium and magnesium, and identify the rate of replacement for patients with low serum potassium and magnesium levels” Ajewole et al (2020).
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OPAT outcomes for patients who are known to inject drugs?
Patients with current IDU on OPAT did not have less favorable treatment outcomes compared to those without current IDU” Vazirian et al (2018). Abstract: BACKGROUND:
PICC-related thrombosis associated with ABO blood group
Our pilot study aimed to examine whether PICC-related thrombosis is influenced by ABO blood group” Haddad et al (2018). Abstract: Peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC)
Peripheral vein cannulation and restraint performed on preschool-aged children
The purpose of this study was to provide a better understanding of how parents experience the use of restraint during the performance of peripheral vein
Misplaced PICC presenting as contralateral pleural effusion
The baby developed respiratory distress with persistent hypoxia after TPN was initiated through the PICC line” Kumar et al (2018). Abstract: A preterm neonate born
Malformation of right internal jugular vein results in failed catheter placement
We herein present a case of failure to place a tunneled hemodialysis catheter into the right IJV” Zhu et al (2018). Abstract: The right internal
In-line filtration reduces postoperative peripheral IV catheter phlebitis
The aim of this study is to demonstrate the efficacy of in-line filtration in reducing the incidence of postoperative phlebitis associated with peripheral short-term vascular
Endovascular removal of venous catheter embolization
Percutaneous intervention for removal of intravascular foreign bodies is currently the best treatment option for patients” Rodrigues et al (2017). Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Intravascular or catheter
Complications of different types of PICC through femoral vein catheterization
Single-lumen power-injectable peripherally inserted central catheters with no valve had a high gravity flow rate, were strong and not prone to rupture, tolerant to high-pressure
Superior vena cava syndrome due to central port catheter thrombosis
Herein, we present a rare case of a 69-year-old woman, with a history of hepatic flexure tumor and an indwelling central venous port, presenting with
Central venous jugular catheters in critically ill dogs and cats
To describe problems noted during central venous jugular catheter (CVJC) placement, conditions associated with unsuccessful catheterization, and CVJC maintenance complications” et al (2018). Abstract: OBJECTIVE:
Equation to determine length of peripherally inserted central catheter
The aim of this study was to develop a formula guiding the peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) tip placement based on anatomical landmarks such as
PICC associated extravasation of total parenteral nutrition
In this report, we describe a case of PICC inserted from an upper extremity with migration into the inferior vena cava (IVC) and the hepatic
Central and peripheral D-dimer sample sites are not equivalent
To evaluate the usefulness of a negative D-dimer in peripheral or central venous blood to screen for asymptomatic catheter-related thrombosis in cancer patients” Nañez-Terreros et
Leadless pacemaker placement to preserve central veins
We report a case of successful placement of a leadless pacemaker in a dialysis patient to preserve the central veins for future vascular access creation”
Consequences of intravenous drug incompatibilities in critically ill patients
The aim of this review is to analyse the clinical consequences of intravenous drug incompatibilities in critically ill patients, especially the incidence of organ dysfunctions
Outcome of ED visits during outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy treatment
This study’s purpose was to identify risk factors for ED visits during OPAT and risk factors for hospitalization among patients with ED visits” Shrestha et
Standardized susceptibility testing for microbial biofilms in clinical practice
Treatment of biofilm-related infections is difficult, as sessile microorganisms show reduced antimicrobial susceptibility as a result of various resistance and tolerance mechanisms” Coenye et al
The brachiocephalic vein as an alternative to internal jugular vein cannulation
Brachiocephalic cannulation is a reasonable alternative to ultrasound-guided internal jugular vein catheterization” Beccaria et al (2018). Abstract: BACKGROUND: Although many studies have compared success and
Disinfection of contaminated gloved hands reduces bacterial transmission of needleless valves
Since there is no data demonstrating that such practice attributes to lower bacterial transfer during clinical care, a standardised experimental study was conducted” Assadian et
Delayed catheter removal for patients with central-venous-catheter-related Gram-negative bacteraemia
This study evaluated the impact of delayed central venous catheter (CVC) removal on clinical outcomes in patients with Gram-negative CRBSI” Lee et al (2018). Summary:
Chlorhexidine-coated PICC reduce fibroblastic sleeve formation
Among the three anti-thrombogenic peripherally inserted central catheter technologies, the chlorhexidine-peripherally inserted central catheter had the smallest fibroblastic sleeves…” Sylvia et al (2018). Abstract PURPOSE:
Order of phlebotomy draw and impact on clinical biochemistry results
The order of draw of venous sampling is suspected to affect analytical results, in particular for coagulation analysis. Here we compare the procedures in venous
Management of right auricular thrombus related to central venous catheter
We report the case of a 38-year-old man, who developed an asymptomatic catheter-inducible right atrial thrombi requiring open heart surgery, after taking a central venous
Bloodstream infection surveillance in Polish intensive care units
The aim of the study was to analyze the epidemiology, microbiology and antibiotic therapy of nosocomial BSI in Polish ICU patients” Wałaszek et al (2018).
CLABSI rates among children with immune compromised conditions
This article describes changes in central line-associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI) rates among common causative organisms over an 11-year period on a pediatric inpatient unit prior
Successful ultrasound placement of IVs by registered nurses in the emergency department
While the majority of research has focused on physician-performed US-PIVs, some studies have evaluated US-PIV insertion by emergency medical technicians and registered nurses (RNs), documenting
IV crystalloid fluid for acute alcoholic intoxication prolongs ED length of stay
IVF for treatment of acute alcoholic intoxication prolonged ED length of stay even after adjustment for potential confounders. Patients given IVF for acute alcohol intoxication
Impact of 2015 NHSN Catheter-associated Urinary Tract Infection (CAUTI) definition change on CLABSI rates
However, our rates remained unchanged in 2015 and further declined in 2016 with the implementation of new vascular-access guidelines” Advani et al (2018). Abstract: The
Ethanol lock is effective on reducing the incidence of CLABSI
Our meta-analysis suggests that ethanol lock is effective on reducing the incidence of CRBSI in hemodialysis patients with tunneled central venous catheters” Zhao et al
Thematic synthesis of patient experiences of central venous access devices in anti-cancer treatment
The aim of this systematic review is to synthesise existing research regarding patient experiences of these CVADs to help clinicians guide, prepare, and support patients