Invasive candida infections in neonatal intensive care units – Full Text
“This review aims to provide an overview of risk factors for invasive Candida infections and current perspectives regarding antifungal prophylaxis use” Dermitzaki et al (2024).
Accidental intra-arterial administration of medication – Full Text
“Difficult intravenous (IV) access may be associated with unintentional arterial cannulation. If IV access is difficult or the free IV drip is sluggish, strict vigilance and repeated confirmation are needed to prevent unintentional arterial cannulation” Kunioku et al (2024).
Non-tunneled haemodialysis CRBSI study – Full Text
“Our results show high rates of infection with temporary vascular catheters in Sri Lanka, mainly due to Gram-positive bacteria. Diabetes mellitus, duration of catheterisation, low serum albumin, haemoglobin level and CBS on admission were identified as significant risk factors for CRBSI” Muthukuda et al (2024).
Peripheral IV catheter care protocols and patient safety outcomes – Full Text
“A total of 24% of patients experienced PVC loss within the first 24 h after insertion. Failure to comply with the protocol resulted in 80% more catheter loss and increased the cost of cannulation by 46.84%. Low compliance with PVC care protocols significantly increases the risk of catheter loss, suggesting the need for increased training and strict protocol implementation” Bibiano Guillén et al (2024).
Review of nurses knowledge of aseptic non touch technique – Full Text
“ANTT knowledge is insufficient among nurses in China, and its importance is not widely recognised. Continuous efforts are required to strengthen this knowledge. Constructing sustained, multiform, and stratified training programmes may represent an effective method to strengthen ANTT knowledge among nurses and promote its clinical use” Chen et al (2024).
PipTaz elastomeric pump stability study – Full Text
“Bacterial respiratory tract infections (e.g., in patients with cystic fibrosis) may be treated with the intravenous infusion of a piperacillin/tazobactam (P/T) solution through an elastomeric device. In the present work, we combined a 24-h drug stability study with an assessment of the drug solution flow rate during an in vitro simulated infusion” Négrier et al (2024).
Antibiotic lock therapy in pediatric oncology and hematology patients – Full Text
“One of the main drawbacks of tunneled central venous catheters (CVCs) is catheter-related bloodstream infections (CRBSIs). Antibiotic lock therapy (ALT) can be combined with systemic antibiotics to achieve catheter salvage” de Frutos Porras et al (2024).
Training for ultrasound-guided CICC placement in newborns – Full Text
“Centrally inserted central catheters (CICCs) are increasingly used in neonatal care. CICCs have garnered attention and adoption owing to their advantageous features. Therefore, achieving clinical competence in ultrasound-guided CICC insertion in term and preterm infants is of paramount importance for neonatologists” Zini et al(2024).
Reducing plastic waste in ITU from longer use of IV administration sets – Full Text
“This study demonstrates the benefits of 7-day replacement intervals for intravenous administration and invasive monitoring sets. We established this in terms of waste reduction, patient safety and costs” Schluep et al (2024).
Long peripheral venous catheter performance – Full Text
“The rapid dissemination of portable ultrasound machines has eased ultrasound-guided intravenous access and facilitated increased use of long peripheral venous catheters (LPCs). This study aimed to evaluate the clinical performance and complications of LPCs” Krath et al (2024).
Central venous catheter bundle study – Full Text
“The main aim of this study was to assess the prevalence of CBRSIs in an intensive care unit following international literature guidelines for managing vascular lines in critically ill patients. These guidelines include changing vascular lines every 7 days, using needle-free devices and port protectors, standardising closed infusion lines, employing chlorhexidine-impregnated dressings, and utilising sutureless devices for catheter securement” Lucchini et al (2024).
Virtual reality reduces pain and anxiety of children undergoing vein puncture – Full Text
“VR technology has been shown to effectively mitigate the pain and anxiety experienced by children during venipuncture. Despite the positive findings, more research is needed to better understand the role of VR in children undergoing venipuncture” Wei et al (2024).
Implantable port catheter tip migration case study – Full Text
“The use of a Totally Implantable Venous Access Port (TIVAP) has been a popular access option in chemotherapy for cancer patients, but complications, both long-term and short-term, may arise in the fixation process. This paper discusses the importance of detection and management of complications that arise as a result of TIVAP insertion” Manik Yuniawaty Wetan et al (2024).
Study recommends advanced PIVC inserters support novice learners
“Investment in advanced PIVC inserters (with ultrasound-guided cannulation skills, and ability to train and assess novice inserters), with clear escalation pathways to these clinicians may reduce inefficiencies and waste associated with difficult PIVC insertions” McFadden et al (2024).
Implementing a closed system drug transfer device
“Nurse-led monoclonal antibody (MAb) preparation was piloted to investigate whether a reduction in reliance on Aseptic Pharmacy could co-exist with maintaining optimal treatment capacity. The effectiveness of a closed system transfer device (CSTD) to protect nurses against drug exposure was also explored” Boodhoo (2024).
CVC depth of insertion using rapid atrial swirl sign – Full Text
“The RASS technique is superior to the landmark technique in ensuring the correct depth of the tip of the CVC. When confirmed by chest X-ray, it was found that most patients had the catheter tip in Zone 1, 2, or 3 using the RASS technique” Kairidibo et al (2024).
CVC insertion in thrombocytopenic patients
“CVAD insertion in thrombocytopenic patients, even with platelet counts below 10 × 109/L, is safe and associated with minimal complications when performed under ultrasound guidance by experienced surgeons” Farsavian et al (2024).
Point-of-care ultrasound simulation models
“Offering a workshop that uses simulation models in combination with various POCUS devices is useful in establishing this newly learned skill in clinicians, such as measurements of depth, caliper, and direction of a vein with POCUS prior to cannulation providing essential anatomical facts to the operator, which increases the likelihood of first-time success in cannulation” Steinwandel (2024).
Vessel health and preservation for optimal device choice – Full Text
“This article explores VAD selection from the perspective of vessel health and preservation and describes VAD selection options and indications, VAD-related complications, and strategies to reduce those complications” Nickel (2024).
Arterial catheter outcomes study in intensive care – Full Text
“Access to arterial circulation through arterial catheters (ACs) is crucial for monitoring and decision-making in intensive care units (ICU) but carries the risk of complications including bloodstream infection (BSI)” Keogh et al (2024).
Artificial intelligence assessment of tubes and lines on chest radiographs – Full Text
“Artificial intelligence (AI) has been proven useful for the assessment of tubes and lines on chest radiographs of general patients. However, validation on intensive care unit (ICU) patients remains imperative” Wongveerasin et al (2024).
Outcome of administration of crushed oral medication via PICC – Full Text
“A detailed history uncovered that the patient had been administering crushed oral medication through her PICC line for better pain control. This case report adds to the literature by documenting the severe consequences of PICC line misuse and enhancing the understanding of lung granulomatous reactions from foreign materials” Banjade et al (2024).
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Validated miniMAGIC-Brazil guide – Full Text
“The content of all recommendations, named as miniMAGIC-Brasil, was validated by the expert committee after two stages of evaluation. All recommendations had an overall agreement index of 0.91” Felipe et al (2024).
Central venous catheter fracture case study – Full Text
“The decision to remove and replace the malfunctioning catheter was made by the patient’s physician. However, during the removal process, both the retaining suture and the catheter were inadvertently severed” Sabzi et al (2024).
Patient mobilization with femoral catheters
“This study supports that the presence of femoral catheters alone should not limit the progression of mobility interventions. Using clinical judgement and specialty training, burn therapists can safely mobilize burn ICU patients with femoral catheters in place” O’Neil et al (2024).
Extravasation most reported radiopharmaceutical adverse event
“A total of 128 reports were collected, including 65 cases of extravasations, 18 adverse reactions, and 45 drug interactions. Over the years, reporting has been increasing, adverse reactions occurred at a higher incidence than reported in the literature, and each anomalous biodistribution was analysed for possible drug interaction” Martínez et al (2024).
Tunnelled femorally inserted central catheter and PICC comparison – Full Text
“There were no differences in catheter-related outcomes between the matched cohort of tFICC and PICC patients, suggesting that tFICCs are a possible alternative for vascular access when the veins of the upper extremities or thoracic region are not viable for catheterisation” McManus et al (2024).
Implantable port catheter tip location and complication rates
“The position of the catheter tip of totally implantable venous access devices (TIVAD) is a risk factor for postoperative complications. The study aim was to assess the early and late complications (EC and LC) associated with the position of the catheter tip in cancer patients” Hamri et al (2024).
Outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy uncompensated provider time
“In this study of a large academic OPAT program, the median amount of unbilled OPAT management time was 27 minutes per week, per OPAT course” Schranz et al (2024).
Implantable port care standards
“This study aimed to determine the practices of nurses working in pediatric and adult oncology clinics regarding totally implantable venous access device (TIVAD) care” Gündogdu et al (2024).
IV dressing changes completed by vascular access team
“The VAT consistently followed the bundled components, including use of chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG)-impregnated dressings on all patients unless an allergy was identified” Draper et al (2024).
Devices for vasopressor administration – RCT protocol – Full Text
“VIPCA is a feasibility RCT whose outcomes will inform the feasibility and design of a multicentre Phase-3 trial comparing routes of vasopressor delivery” Watts et al (2024).
Ultrasound-guided PIVC insertion reduces pain
“This study aimed to compare patients’ experience of pain during ultrasound (US)-guided peripheral venipuncture versus conventional peripheral venipuncture” Junges et al (2024).
Infusion phlebitis rates in the emergency department
“The incidence of peripheral intravenous catheter-related phlebitis was 31%, which was grade 1 in 29.7% and grade 2 in 1.3% of the emergency department participants” Bakcek Akcelik and Ayhan (2024).
Unplanned early implantable port removal – Full Text
“This study aims to determine the risk factors associated with unplanned (catheter removal other than completion of treatment plan) early (within 90 days of catheter implantation) implantable port catheter removal” Lu et al (2024).
Difficult removal of PICC case study – Full Text
“In neonates, PICC may have obstacles in insertion and removal, methods such as posture changes, wet and hot compresses, and local massage can help” He et al (2024).
Intervention delivers significant decrease in CLABSI – Full Text
“We aimed to analyze the impact of applying 10% povidone iodine (PI) twice daily to both nares in addition to chlorhexidine (CHG) bathing on nosocomial (MRSA) bacteremia in critically ill patients” Nahra et al (2024).
Dalbavancin use in people who inject drugs – Full Text
“In this first UK cohort, dalbavancin was used off licence and in persons facing barriers to conventional therapies. Where data is available, it was safe and effective. Dalbavancin appears a potentially valuable tool in improving outcomes for PWID” Bresges et al (2024).
Are routine chest radiographs still indicated after central line insertion – Full Text
“This scoping review addresses: (i) the justification for routine post-insertion radiographs, (ii) whether it would better to use post-insertion POCUS instead, and (iii) the perceived barriers to change” Brindley et al (2024).
Gram-negative bacteremia risk factors in children
“Carbapenem resistance was revealed in 27.6 % of isolates. Carbapenem and colistin resistance increased over the years. The most common risk factors were the presence of a central-venous catheter and pediatric intensive care unit admission” Gumus et al (2024).
Risk assessment models for PICC-related venous thrombosis
“This review aims to compare the performance of available risk assessment models (RAMs) for predicting peripherally inserted central catheter-related venous thrombosis (PICC-RVT) in adult patients with cancer” Hu et al (2024).
Management of implantable port complications – Full Text
“Totally implanted venous access devices (TIVAD)/chemoports are indispensable in the management of cancer patients, especially in patients requiring long duration of infusion and prolonged treatment. Although chemoports are associated with a spectrum of complications, proper technique of implantation and use makes it a safe and reliable tool” Sharma and Pandey (2024).
Detecting contrast injection extravasation
“The purpose of this study was to evaluate the usefulness of the injection pressure-to-injection rate (IPIR) ratio for the early detection of contrast extravasation at the venipuncture site during contrast-enhanced computed tomography” Kobayashi et al (2024).
Patient outcomes post tunnelled haemodialysis catheter insertion
“Despite the effort to increase the proportion of patients starting dialysis on native accesses, many of them are still dialyzed on tunnelled catheter. Catheter-related complications are often serious and responsible for re-hospital admission, high morbidity and mortality” Borghese et al (2024).
Peripheral intravenous catheter failure study – Full Text
“About 6% of patients presented PIVC failure during hospitalisation. Several complexity factors were associated with PIVC failure and lower nurse staffing levels were identified in patients with PIVC failure. Institutions should consider that prior identification of care complexity individual factors and nurse staffing coverage could be associated with a reduced risk of PIVC failure” Jiménez-Martínez et al (2024).
Decreasing CLABSI in critically ill children – Full Text
“IP rounds reduced CLABSIs in the NICU and PICU by reinforcing best practices, encouraging proactive strategies, and fostering communication between members of the healthcare team” Linam et al (2024).
Risk factors of PICC-related thrombosis – Full Text
“The incidence rate of peripherally inserted central catheter-related thrombosis in breast cancer patients was 7.0% (95% confidence interval: 4.0-13.0%). Body mass index ≥ 25, D-dimer >500 ng/ml, elevated fibrinogen, elevated platelet count and catheter malposition were risk factors for peripherally inserted central catheter-related thrombosis in breast cancer patients” Meng et al (2024).
Factors influencing nursing students occupational health and safety – Full Text
“Blood and other bodily fluids, workplace violence, needle-stick injuries, and injuries caused by sharp instrument tools were identified as the most prevalent occupational risks among the participants” Alsharari et al (2024).
Pediatric central venous access device surveillance – Full Text
“The establishment of a pediatric CVAD surveillance and rounding team significantly reduced the incidence of dislocations and local infections among pediatric cancer patients with CVADs” Hanaki et al (2024).
Early detection of infusion phlebitis
“The bundle approach used in this project facilitated early detection of phlebitis following the inclusion of palpation into nurses’ assessment for phlebitis” Toh et al (2024).
Reducing the risk of needlestick and sharps injuries
“The aim of this study was to analyze work-related injuries among healthcare workers in a selected hospital before and after the implementation of safety-engineered devices (SED)” Szczypta et al (2024).
Intravenous push medication administration safety initiative – Full Text
“Based on the recommendation of the Institute for Safe Medication Practices, we decided to conduct a pilot study on the implementation of sterile compounding and administration of intravenous push medication in adult patients admitted to the hospital” Amir et al (2024).