The role of central venous catheters in confirmed paediatric bloodstream infections
The aim of this survey was to describe the incidence, epidemiology, microbiology, risk factors and outcome of medical care related laboratory-confirmed bloodstream infections (LCBIs) observed
Ultrasonography-guided central venous port placement in pediatric oncology patients
Image-guided CVP placement with SCV access in a pediatric population was performed with high technical success and low complication rate without general anesthesia” Sofue et
Vascular access implantable port use for antibiotic administration in chickens
Concerns over the volume and frequency of antibiotic injections, combined with the likely duration of treatment, led to the use of a vascular access port
Ultrasound-guided vascular access by emergency room nurses
The objective of this study is to assess Emergency Department (ED) nurses’ confidence, comfort level, and competency in performing ultrasound-guided vascular access after a focused
Review of blood donation practices in China
Based on national data from 2008 to 2012, we present a comprehensive review on the blood services ranging from policy and organization, supply, donors, screening
Smart insulin patch is described in this article
Here, we report a novel glucose-responsive insulin delivery device using a painless microneedle-array patch (“smart insulin patch”) containing glucose-responsive vesicles (GRVs; with an average diameter
How to determine the insertion length of umbilical catheters
…external anatomical landmarks to determine a new method for the estimation of appropriate insertion length of umbilical catheters, suitable for newborn infants of varying birth
Table to quickly calculate glucose infusion rates in neonates
In our NICU, we give all residents a set of laminated cards with useful information that helps them manage common neonatal issues they are likely
Cardiac tamponade following removal of fractured PICC
Acute cardiac tamponade (ACT) is a life-threatening complication associated with a peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) in premature neonates. We present a case of ACT
Experience with CVADs in a hemophilia primary prophylaxis study
The aim of this study was to assess CVAD use in the Canadian Hemophilia Primary Prophylaxis Study (CHPS), a single-arm, multi-centre prospective study whereby factor
Subcutaneous rehydration for the treatment of elderly during heat-waves
Prehospital stuctures have to be implemented to maintain oral Rehydration aware of a more intensive care. At the same time there is the need to
Survey of sharps injuries among healthcare workers in USA hospitals
The Exposure Study of Occupational Practice (EXPO-S.T.O.P.) is used annually to ascertain BE incidence in the healthcare facilities of members of the Association of Occupational
Blood sampling to determine maximum plasma concentrations
The purpose of this study was to identify and validate potential corrective models based on anatomy and physiology governing the blood supply at the site
Electromagnetic needle tracking during internal jugular cannulation
This study used three-dimensional information from Stealth navigation technology during simulated right internal jugular vein cannulation to define the initial needle trajectory taken when using
Effects of intraosseous and intravenous administration of Hextend
The purposes of this study were to compare administration time of Hextend and the effects on hemodynamics when Hextend is administered by the sternal IO
Current view of vancomycin in the treatment of MRSA
The review article interprets recommendations for treating methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infections with vancomycin” Martínková (2015). Reference: Martínková, J. (2015) Current view of vancomycin in
Systematic review of Infliximab-related infusion reactions
We conducted extensive search of electronic databases of MEDLINE (PubMed) for reports that communicate various aspects of infusion reactions to infliximab in IBD patients” Lichtenstein
Hypertonic saline in resuscitation after hypovolemic shock
This study was designed to compare the effects of and complications associated with 3% HSS, 7.5% HSS, and standard fluid in resuscitation” Han et al
Using ballistics gel for vascular access simulation phantoms
We introduce ballistics gel as a new material for the creation of simulating phantoms” Morrow and Broder (2015). Reference: Morrow, D.S. and Broder, J. (2015)
Variability in the management of vascular access ports
Clinical practice and provided care to patients with vascular access ports are influenced by region and structural and organisational differences in the outpatient chemotherapy units”
Incidence and risk factors of post infusion phlebitis
Analysis of existing data set from a large randomized controlled trial, the primary purpose of which was to compare routine peripheral intravascular catheter changes with
The effect of intravenous fluids on the intravascular space
During fluid infusion therapy, plasma proteins are diluted and leak from the intravascular space, which alters the colloid osmotic pressure (COP) and potentially affects coagulation.