Patient-reported complications related to PICC
The objective of this study was to systematically elicit and characterise PICC-related complications as experienced by patients during and after hospitalisation” Krein et al (2019).
Outcomes of patients with a history of injecting drug use and receipt of OPAT
Our aim is to publish our outcomes in this setting, to inform other clinicians’ decisions regarding PWID in OPAT” O’Callaghan et al (2019). Abstract: People
Outpatient infusion center with intravenous magnesium therapy
Exploratory study to investigate the effectiveness of intravenous magnesium as an abortive for status migrainosus in an outpatient infusion center, and characterize the patients who
Accuracy of two different approaches in locating the tip of the central venous catheter
The aim of this study was to compare the accuracy of two different approaches in locating the tip of the Central venous catheter (CVC) at
Empowering patients to prevent CLABSI
The aim of the EPIC2 project was to reduce CLABSI rates on a hematology-oncology specialty unit with historically high CLABSI rates despite prior quality improvement
Clinically-indicated replacement versus routine replacement of peripheral venous catheters
“There is moderate-certainty evidence of no clear difference in rates of CRBSI, thrombophlebitis, all-cause BSI, mortality and pain between clinically indicated or routine replacement of PIVC” Webster et al (2019).
Impact of clinical practice on vessel health in vascular access
Vascular access devices are commonly inserted devices that facilitate the administration of fluids and drugs, as well as blood sampling. Despite their common use in
Efficacy of vein visualisation devices for neonatal vascular access
The aim of this randomized controlled trial was to examine the efficacy of vein visualization devices and the routine method for insertion of peripheral intravenous
Risk factors for vascular catheter-related bloodstream infections
To determine the risk factors for acquiring central line-associated blood stream infections (CLABSI) in pediatric intensive care units” Torre et al (2018). Abstract: OBJECTIVES: To
Bloodstream infection in pediatric patients with intestinal failure and central venous catheters
We conducted a retrospective cohort study of febrile patients younger than 18 years with diagnosis of intestinal failure requiring a central venous catheter for home
Accuracy and safety of intracavitary ECG guidance for neonatal PICC placement
The purpose of this study is to investigate the accuracy and safety of intracavitary electrocardiogram (IC-ECG) guidance for the localization of peripherally inserted central catheter
Point prevalence survey of peripheral venous catheter usage
The objectives of this survey were to estimate the prevalence of PVC and PVC-associated infections on peripheral wards of a large tertiary care hospital in
Treatment of PICC-related thrombosis reviewed
We performed a retrospective analysis of hospitalized adult patients diagnosed with CRT at our center. We determined rates of progressive thrombosis and bleeding in cohorts
National evaluation of safety peripheral intravenous catheters
This article presents an excerpt of a national evaluation undertaken by an independent team of NHS senior clinicians from different fields, commissioned by the Department
Stability of cefuroxime for administration by continuous infusion
This study aims to determine the stability of a 90 mg/mL cefuroxime sodium solution. Cefuroxime sodium was reconstituted and mixed with 50-mL 0.9% saline to produce
Experience of a subcutaneously anchored sutureless system for securing central venous catheters
This article reports the results of three prospective clinical studies conducted in a university hospital regarding the efficacy, safety and cost effectiveness of a subcutaneously
Implementing an e-learning education program for syringe pump use
The aim of the present study was to challenge the implementation of an e-learning education program for syringe pump use” Saint-Marc metal (2019). Abstract: To
Sodium bicarbonate catheter lock solution reduces hemodialysis catheter loss
The objective of this study was to determine the safety and efficacy of using sodium bicarbonate catheter lock solution (SBCLS) as a means of preventing
Paediatric nurses’ adoption of aseptic non-touch technique
To provide insight into the challenges faced by clinical staff adopting ANTT during intravenous therapy” Isaac et al (2019). Abstract: BACKGROUND: In 2015, NHS Wales
Oral 24% sucrose for pain control in healthy newborns receiving venipuncture
To test the hypothesis that oral administration of 24% sucrose associated with nonnutritive sucking in healthy newborns receiving venipuncture beyond the first week of life
Azygos vein cannulation after catheterisation of the left internal jugular vein
Hereby, a case of a 15-month-old child is presented with a fully functional Hickman catheter introduced via the left internal jugular vein. The tip of
Antibiotic stewardship and the treatment of uncomplicated lower limb cellulitis
The expense of these visits is vast and places avoidable strain on health care dollars. The average hospital stay (5 days) for patients treated for
Aesthetic considerations for implantable port placement
The aim of this technical note is to report our revised surgical technique for TIVAD placement” Liberale (2016). Abstract: Major progress has been made in
Considerations for implantable port placement in a neutropenic patients?
To determine if severe neutropenia at the time of chest port insertion is a risk factor for port removal and central catheter-associated bloodstream infection (CCABSI)
Techniques to overcome difficult implantable port insertion
The monorail technique is helpful to overcome the difficult anatomical course via left internal jugular vein in implantable port insertion” Kim et al (2016). Abstract:
Implantable port thrombosis rates in cancer patients
Implantable port thrombosis (IPT) in cancer patients is a relatively rare but severe complication” Dridi et al (2016). Abstract: OBJECTIVE: Implantable port thrombosis (IPT) in
PICC complications and a negative impact on neonatal body weight gain?
The aim of this study was to determine the risk of PICC complications in NICU, and further identify the effects of PICC complications on body
Is a three-step hand rub technique as effective as the WHO six-step version?
The WHO six-step “how to hand rub” technique can be simplified to a 3-step procedure based on the reduction of bacterial counts on HCW’s hands
What is the future of intravenous fluid resuscitation in sepsis?
Fluid resuscitation continues to be recommended as the first-line resuscitative therapy for all patients with severe sepsis and septic shock” Byrne and Van Haren (2017).
PICC line practices in neonatal intensive care units
Neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) commonly utilize peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs) to provide nutrition and long-term medications to premature and full-term infants. However, little
Intraosseous infusion of Adenosine in an infant
In most cases, antecubital intravenous access can be established, and adenosine can be administered in a rapid and timely fashion. The role and administration of
Distraction-based interventions for children undergoing venipuncture
Little is known about the effects of distraction techniques when undertaking medical procedures with hospitalized pediatric patients in Asian countries” Kuo et al (2016). Abstract:
Occurrence of needlestick injuries in Northern India
To determine the occurrence of self-reported occupational exposures to these hazards and to know the prevalent practices following the exposure” Goel et al (2017). Abstract:
PICC use in acute myeloid leukaemia patients undergoing induction chemotherapy
The feasibility and safety of PICC for induction chemotherapy in acute myeloid leukaemia (AML) remain unclear” Chen et al (2016). Abstract: Increasingly, peripherally inserted central
Which comorbid conditions are risk factors for healthcare-associated infections?
To determine which comorbid conditions are considered causally related to central-line associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI) and surgical-site infection (SSI) based on expert consensus” Harris et
What is the impact of antimicrobial lock solutions on CLABSI rates
The purpose of our study is to carry out a Bayesian network meta-analysis comparing the efficacy of different antimicrobial lock solutions (ALS) for prevention of
Sweet solutions to reduce procedural pain in neonates
To review all trials evaluating sweet solutions for analgesia in neonates and to conduct cumulative meta-analyses (CMAs) on behavioral pain outcomes” Harrison et al (2017).
The role of the infusion nurse in monitoring antimicrobial therapy
The infusion nurse plays a vital role in administering, monitoring, and educating patients about parenteral antibiotics, while bridging communication between the patient and OPAT team”
Pharmacokinetics of Recombinant Factor VIII Fc fusion protein
These results suggest that prophylaxis with rFVIIIFc in patients with hemophilia A may allow less frequent prophylactic dosing while maintaining efficacy, with comparable prophylactic consumption”
Preventing pediatric parenteral nutrition-associated liver disease
Pediatric parenteral nutrition-associated liver disease (PNALD) is typically defined as a decrease in bile flow that is independent of a mechanical obstruction and of any
Update on the management of low platelet disorders
This article discusses various etiologies of disorders of low platelets and current therapies for management” Greenberg (2017). Abstract: Platelets, or megakaryocytes, are irregular, disk-shaped cell
Evidence-based list of vesicant medications and solutions
A task force was formed for the purpose of creating an evidence-based list of noncytotoxic vesicant medications and solutions” Gorski et al (2017). Abstract: Infiltration
Vascular access specialist training survey results
Vascular access specialists are increasingly responsible for insertion and care of peripherally inserted central catheters in the United States” Chopra et al (2017). Abstract: Vascular
Types of hemodialysis vascular access in the elderly by race/ethnicity
The objective of this study is to evaluate variations in outcomes of hemodialysis vascular access in the elderly by race/ethnicity” Woo et al (2016). Abstract:
Mental health status associated with needlestick injuries
This study aims to investigate the mental health status of nurses exposed to blood through needlestick injuries” Xiong et al (2016). Abstract: Nurses are subjected
How to determine blood culture contamination?
Contamination frequency was similar in community versus hospital-onset, E. faecalis versus E. faecium, and number of BC drawn per day” Khatib et al (2016). Abstract:
Examples of common femoral artery access on YouTube
Other practitioners demonstrate videos with landmark-guided access and rarely demonstrate ultrasound use. As recognized vascular experts, vascular surgeons should improve their visibility in online learning
Physical compatibility of intravenous isavuconazonium sulfate during Y-site administration
The physical compatibility of isavuconazonium sulfate with 95 i.v. drugs during simulated Y-site administration was studied” So et al (2017). Abstract: Purpose: The physical compatibility
Automated IV medication compounding guideline development
The development of recommendations for advancing automated i.v. medication compounding is described” Yaniv et al (2017). Abstract: Purpose: The development of recommendations for advancing automated
Y-site compatibility of intravenous ceftolozane–tazobactam
Results of a study to examine the physical compatibility of ceftolozane–tazobactam with common i.v. medications during simulated Y-site administration are presented” Thabit et al (2017).
Cost-effectiveness analysis of ultrasound-guided PICC line placement
The US-Seldinger technique was found to be more cost-effective than the non-US conventional method” Tan et al (2016). Abstract: BACKGROUND: Ultrasound-guided cannulation of deep mid-arm
Endovascular recanalization of chronic central venous occlusion
Endovascular recanalization is considered first-line therapy for chronic central venous occlusion (CVO)” Schwein et al (2017). Abstract: OBJECTIVE: Endovascular recanalization is considered first-line therapy for