Managing medical adhesive-related skin injury in PICC patients – Full Text
“Medical adhesive-related skin injury is a clinically relevant and useful construct that identifies a variety of prevalent conditions associated with the use of medical adhesive device such as tapes and PICC dressings” Ratliff et al (2024).
Ultrasound-guided radial vein cannulation – Full Text
“The radial vein is a feasible and safe alternative for ultrasound-guided peripheral venous access in patients where traditional venous access sites are compromised” Motoyama et al (2024).
Continuous infusion of beta-lactam antibiotics in critically ill patients – Full Text
“We describe specific practice considerations for implementation of CIs of meropenem and piperacillin/tazobactam regarding vascular access, drug stability and compatibility, workload and educational implications, and the regulatory framework around these matters” Barton et al (2024).
Comparison of side-hole and step-tip central venous catheters – Full Text
“This study was conducted to assess whether using a step-tip catheter could reduce the rate of catheter dysfunction compared with a side-hole catheter and whether inserting a longer catheter could reduce the incidence of catheter dysfunction and increase catheter survival time” Zhou et al (2024).
Enhancing longevity of vascular access in hemodialysis – Full Text
“Furthermore, it explores recent clinical trials, biomaterials, and device innovations, highlighting novel pharmaceutical approaches, advanced materials, device designs, and cutting-edge technologies aimed at enhancing the efficacy, safety, and longevity of vascular access in hemodialysis” Battistella et al (2024).
Study demonstrates secondary migration of PICC is the main complication – Full Text
“it was possible to identify secondary migration as one of the main complications, resulting in premature removal of the device. Furthermore, the greater the number of puncture attempts to insert the PICC, the greater the difficulty in inserting it” Santos et al (2024).
Abandonment of paediatric peripheral IV catheter insertion – Full Text
“This study suggests the rate of PIVC insertion abandonment in children is relatively infrequent. However, more than one in 10 children aged <12 months had PIVC attempts without successful insertion. PIVC abandonment was less likely when there was an indication that necessitated PIVC insertion, such as a serious bacterial infection" Clarke et al (2024).
Standards of peripheral vascular access device insertion – Full Text
“to identify and compare the practice of Nursing professionals regarding the insertion of peripheral vascular access devices, according to professional category” Silva et al (2024).
Superior vena cava syndrome case study – Full Text
“With the increased use of implanted cardiac devices and indwelling central venous catheters, SVC syndrome from a benign cause has become quite common” Mardock et al (2024).
Continuous infusion of antibiotics via elastomeric infusion pumps – Full Text
“Delivery of antimicrobial therapy using continuous infusions with EIP instead of CII can significantly decrease the nursing time and cost in both inpatient and outpatient care. For skin and soft tissue infections and sepsis, the utilisation of EIP is a cost-saving option in outpatient care compared with the use of CII” Hakkarainen et al (2024).
Antimicrobial central venous catheter study
“To collect real-world data to demonstrate the safety and performance of Arrowg+ard Blue® /Arrowg+ard Blue Plus® (AGB/AGB+) central venous catheters (CVCs)” Philbeck et al (2024).
Radial artery flow in the presence of an arterial catheter
“Adhering to the current guidelines, especially using ultrasound to ensure a catheter/artery ratio of at least 45%, can help maintain preserved perfusion through the cannulated radial artery” Elli et al (2024).
Pain relief options during peripheral IV catheter insertion – Full Text
“We found no difference in the pain intensity for PVC insertion between topical application of local anesthetic by lidocaine-prilocaine patch and intradermal injection of 2 % lidocaine” Yoshida et al (2024).
Comparison of peripheral cannula outcomes
“PIVCs with ultrasound guidance were apparently more effective than the blind ones, reducing the number of successive cannulations. Additionally, LPCs, with their greater length compared to SPCs, have proven to be more durable and may be recommended as emergency venous access in children requiring peripheral access for 4-15 days” Refosco et al (2024).
Effect of transdermal antimicrobial photodynamic therapy on catheter biofilms
“This experimental study aimed to examine the effectiveness of transdermal antimicrobial photodynamic therapy (APDT) with and without antimicrobial lock therapy (ALT), on catheter biofilms” Aysert-Yıldız et al (2024).
Optimizing peripheral IV access outcomes – Full Text
“This article reviews the benefits and the risks of peripheral I.V. catheter (PIVC) utilization, infusate characteristics and their impact on peripheral vasculature, PIVC site assessment and management, and PIVC research priorities” Nickel (2024).
The CLABSI burden among outpatients – Full Text
“However, central lines (CLs) are increasingly used outside of acute care hospitals, in locations such as the patient home, outpatient infusion or chemotherapy centers, skilled nursing or long-term care facilities, home-based or facility-based dialysis centers, and rehabilitation facilities. CLABSIs that arise in these settings are not included in surveillance or reported systematically” Oladapo-Shittu et al (2024).
Resuscitation with IV crystalloids in sepsis – Full Text
“With use of a validated machine learning algorithm, precision resuscitation in sepsis could fundamentally redefine international standards for intravenous fluid resuscitation” Bhavani et al (2024).
Preventive care for central venous access device-related thrombosis – Full Text
“This study aims to summarize the latest and best evidence on central venous access device-related thrombosis (CRT) in hospitalized children, which provides theoretical support for standardizing the preventive care practice of CRT in hospitalized children” Tian et al (2024).
Hospital-acquired bloodstream infections in adult intensive care units – Full Text
“The major sources of bloodstream infection among adult ICU patients were VRE and Candida species. Mortality was common in this population, particularly among patients who were resistant to medication. Hence, strategies to reduce hospital-acquired bloodstream infections are warranted” Albudayri et al (2024).
Virtual reality to offset fear of peripheral intravenous line placement
“Virtual reality (VR), which immerses users in a three-dimensional environment, typically via a head-mounted display, has been reported to decrease pain and anxiety during invasive procedures (Indovina et al., 2018)” Miyasaki and Robinson (2024).
Extravasation of intravenous CT contrast media
“Extrinsic warming of contrast helps reduce the incidence of allergic-like reactions and extravasations for Iohexol 350, but no significant difference was noted with Iopromide 300 even at low injection rates (<3.5 mL/sec)" Mahajan et al (2024).
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Needlestick injury and timely postexposure prophylaxis
“Needlestick injuries pose a risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens, such as HIV, Hepatitis B, and Hepatitis C. Risk mitigation strategies should be reexamined in light of newer vaccines and therapeutics” Han et al (2024).
Long-term dialysis catheter-associated Agromyces mediolanus bacteremia
“Human infections caused by Agromyces mediolanus are rare; it has been reported twice, and both cases were associated with prolonged use of catheters, not only parenteral catheter but also peritoneal catheter, which is of special importance for patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD)” Haq et al (2023).
Impact of technology-based devices on the first-attempt PIVC success
“Based on our findings, the prioritization of device usage to increase the FASR of PIVC in pediatric patients with DIVA is as follows: USG, NIR, SC, and TI, respectively” Hosseini et al (2024).
CLABSI salvage strategy for children with long-term CVC
“We evaluated the occurrence of catheter salvage strategy (CSS) in children with S. aureus LTCVC-associated CLABSI and assessed determinants of CSS failure” Devautour et al (2024).
Improving IV fluid management in the ED – Full Text
“The IV fluid prescriptions’ appropriateness was significantly higher after guideline implementation. However, documentation quality of fluid management was poor in the studied ED records” eWuytst al (2024).
Maintaining CVC function in hemodialysis patients
“Ticagrelor may reduce the incidence of catheter dysfunction and prolong the life time of the catheter by preventing and reducing the thrombosis of TCC in MHD patients, without obvious side effects” Shen et al (2024).
Increasing enteral antibiotics in hospitalized children
“We observed increased enteral antibiotic doses for children hospitalized with common bacterial infections. Interventions targeting culture change and communication were associated with sustained improvement” Molloy et al (2024).
Malpositioning of internal jugular central venous catheters – Full Text
“We present two cases, in which a dual-lumen, non-tunneled temporary hemodialysis catheter was inadvertently inserted into the left common carotid artery and in the left innominate vein” Rodriguez et al (2024).
Health care student attitudes to transfusion refusal by patients – Full Text
“This study investigates the opinions of master’s students in nursing and midwifery regarding the attitudes of Jehovah’s Witnesses towards refusing blood transfusions” Domaradzki et al (2024).
Comparison of fungal and bacterial infections in ITU – Full Text
“To investigate the impact of fungal infections among critically ill patients with advanced liver disease, and compare outcomes to those of patients with bacterial infections” Khan et al (2024).
Thirty years experience with plasma for transfusion medicine – Full Text
“Appropriate use of plasma transfusion is key in patient blood management to adequately restore hemostatic function and impact subsequent blood component requirements” Racine-Brzostek et al (2024).
CLABSI rates among hemodialysis patients – Full Text
“In conclusion, the incidence of catheter-related bloodstream infection among patients on hemodialysis was high with gram-negative predominance. Early fistula must be planned to reduce the duration of temporary vascular access” Weldetensae et al (2023).
Outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy service overview – Full Text
“Properly governed outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy (OPAT) services embed the principles of antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) (including use of early oral therapy) and support admission avoidance and early discharge for a growing range of patient groups with complex infections through well-organized multidisciplinary team working” Seaton and Gilchrist (2024).
ECG PICC tip placement prevents aberrant catheter position – Full Text
“We evaluated the feasibility of catheter detection in the right atrial cavity using transthoracic echocardiography (TTE) during PICC placement” Jung et al (2024).
SVC syndrome attributed to occlusion from subclavian catheter – Full Text
“This case sheds light on the evolving etiology of SVC syndrome and highlights the uncommon but potentially fatal occurrence of hemoptysis as a complication” Usman et al (2024).
Neonatal calcinosis cutis post IV calcium gluconate administration – Full Text
“This report has highlighted the importance of monitoring neonates treated with calcium gluconate who may develop skin rashes or nodules due to calcinosis cutis” Hetaimish (2024).
Ultrasound-guided subclavian venous catheterization – Full Text
“Ultrasound-guided infraclavicular subclavian vein catheterization can be easily and safely integrated into daily clinical practice, with high success rates and low complication rates” Žarskus et al (2023).
Catheter flushing and locking technique research – Full Text
“We expect that the trial will generate findings that can provide an evidence-based basis for the improvement and optimization of clinical catheter flushing techniques” Li et al (2024).
Iatrogenic skin injuries in neonates – Full Text
“Diaper dermatitis, PCFRSIs, MDRPIs, and MARSIs were the four common types of iatrogenic skin injuries in newborns. The various types of iatrogenic skin injuries were influenced by varying factors. Specialized nursing measurements can reduce the likelihood of these injuries” Ji et al (2024).
CLABSI microbiology case study in a renal transplant patient – Full Text
“We report a case of Gordonia spp. bacteraemia in a renal transplant patient and present a literature review on microbiological identification methods of this organism” Lo et al (2023).
Virtual reality for pain management in pediatric patients – Full Text
“Our findings suggested a beneficial effect of VR during painful vascular access procedures. Limited data are available on the reduction of anxiety in children with cancer” Comparcini et al (2023).
Peripheral IV cannula utilisation in the ED – Full Text
“More than half of PIVCs placed in the ED were unnecessary in this study. This suggests that clinical decision making about the benefits and risks of PIVC insertion is not being performed on an individual basis” Willis et al (2024).
PICC administered intravenous gene therapy – Full Text
“Recently, we had a case where OA was administered directly into the right atrium via a peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) instead of a peripheral line, as recommended” Pitarch Castellano et al (2024).
Intraosseous line placement training using an escape room environment – Full Text
“Participating in a single escape room session significantly increased resident self-efficacy. Residents strongly preferred the escape room format over a traditional procedural skills workshop” Huang et al (2024).
Integrated home dialysis model – Full Text
“In this review, we will examine the conceptual advantages and disadvantages of integrated home dialysis, present the evidence that underlies it, identify challenges that prevent its success and finally, propose solutions to increase its adoption” Desbiens et al (2024).
Safety of external jugular vein cannulation – Full Text
“Our study showed the feasibility and safety of EJV cannulation for surgical patients with difficult IV access or those who need additional large-bore IV access during surgery” Ju et al (2023).
Antibiotic stewardship in critically ill patients – Full Text
“Quality improvement actions focused primarily on antimicrobial management and prevention of healthcare-associated infection are feasible and have the potential to decrease antibiotic use and healthcare-associated infection rates” Custódio et al (2024).
PICC malposition into the azygos vein
“However, complications such as incorrect placement into the azygos vein can result in significant health issues. A thorough understanding of these aspects is crucial to enhance the safety and effectiveness of PICC procedures, thereby improving patient care outcomes” Luo et al (2024).
Intravenous extravasation injuries in children
“The incidence of extravasation at the study institution remained low, with the medications involved being similar to those reported in the literature and the majority of patients having mild outcomes” Devsi et al (2024).
Analysis of smart pump event logs – Full Text
“This study provides clinicians with insights into the specific types of infusion that warrant more intense observation or proactive management of intravenous access; additionally, it can offer valuable information regarding the average duration of uninterrupted infusions that can be expected in these care areas” Kia et al (2024).