Management of enterococcal CLABSI – Full Text
“Enterococcus species are the third most common organisms causing central line-associated bloodstream infections (CLABSIs)” Awadh et al (2021).
Improving IV dressing integrity
“We continued to collect postproject data of 30,049 vascular access sites including central line catheters and observed the same effectiveness of incorporating a gum mastic adhesive on dressing integrity” DeVries et al (2021).
Comparing cost of IV and subcutaneous biologics – Full Text
“A case for biologics (infusion vs subcutaneous) must be made on accurate real-world economic analysis” Heald et al (2021).
Chlorhexidine efficacy with choline additives
“CHG can be combined with natural compounds as additives for enhanced synergistic antimicrobial activity” Saadatpour and Mohammadipanah (2021).
Subclavian arterial injury during CVC placement
“Endovascular treatment using a covered stent should be attempted as a first-line therapeutic option” Ben Mrad et al (2021).
Pediatric CVC placement and bleeding risk
“This study compared bleeding complications in pediatric patients with a platelet count of 50 × 103/μL or above vs below 50 × 103/μL” Stokes et al (2021).
False-positive blood culture rate reduction
“This significant reduction (by Fisher’s exact test p = 0.0001) suggests that employing a passive blood diversion device in addition to targeted education may decrease FPBCs; antibiotics overuse, costs, and return visits in the pediatric ED setting” Ostwald et al (2021).
High administration rate IV fluid therapy – Full Text
“Our results showed that 0.9% NaCl and 0.45% NaCl solutions might be the safest and the most appropriate fluids to maintain normal plasma osmolality in medical situations requiring fluid therapy with high or maintenance rates, respectively” Keskin et al (2021).
PICC for osteomyelitis treatment in children
“Although PICC placement rates for acute osteomyelitis significantly decreased in the face of increased incidence of acute osteomyelitis in children, LOS and hospital costs for all hospitalizations remained stable” Shaikh et al (2021).
Infusion pump design for low-resource settings
“Users expressed a need for an affordable and simple device with an intuitive user interface, clear instructions for use, and basic safety features” Abu-Haydar et al (2021).
CLABSI risk factors
“Use of umbilical catheter (p=0,005) and multiple catheters (p<0,001) both showed a statistically significant correlation regarding the development of CLABSI" Cabrera et al (2021).
PICC line maintenance
“To analyze the influential factors and intervention strategies involved in engaging health-promoting behaviors (EHPD) during peripheral central venous catheter (PICC) line maintenance in malignant tumor patients” Wang et al (2021).
Ambulatory infusion location for patients with COVID-19 – Full Text
“Potential locations were identified, and the team decided to use a temporary structure located outside the hospital near the emergency department entrance” Harris et al (2021).
Cost of PICC insertion by nurses
“The average direct cost of PICC insertion was US$286.04, with emphasis on the catheter” Assis et al (2021).
PICC placement in a prone patient with COVID-19
“Insertion of a PICC while the patient is prone expedites lifesaving medications and infusions without waiting for the patient to be stable enough to be turned to the supine position” Kelly et al (2021).
Effect of taurolidine on hemodialysis patient inflammatory state
“Use of (Taurolock-hep500™) for temporary hemodialysis catheters was associated with lower levels of inflammation markers and lower incidence of CRBSI and better catheter performance” Ezzat et al (2021).
Vascular access curriculum for student nurses
“An innovative vascular access and infusion nursing (VAIN) curriculum was created and mapped onto the entry to practice undergraduate nursing program at McGill University in Montréal, Québec, Canada” Marchionni et al (2021).
Vascular access in breast cancer – Full Text
“All three types of catheters could be used in breast cancer patients without causing serious complications” Kim et al (2021).
Peripheral IV complications
“The aim of this descriptive and cross-sectional study was to determine the knowledge and practices of nurses related to the prevention of peripheral intravenous therapy (PIT) complications, and to identify the influencing factors” Yilmaz et al (2021).
Central venous access device training
“The new education programme was introduced to all registered nurses working in one care group within an acute healthcare Trust with the aim of improving knowledge and skills and reduce CVAD-related complications” Burt and Spowart (2021)
Taurolidine catheter lock solution
“A solution containing 2% taurolidine seems suitable as a hemodialysis catheter lock. In a Swiss cohort, it prevented CRBSI, limited catheter dysfunction, and was cost-efficient” Neusser et al (2021).
UK vessel health and preservation framework
“In 2016, a UK vessel health and preservation (VHP) framework was developed to support healthcare staff to select the most appropriate vascular access device for patients requiring intravenous therapy” Hallam et al (2021).
Extravasation injury treatment – Full Text
“The treatment of severe extravasation injuries using a combination of localized closure, ethacridine lactate dressing, and phototherapy resulted in satisfactory outcomes in patients” Lu et al (2021).
Does CICC have effect on ECG PICC tip location
“For patients with an indwelling CICC, the position of PICC tip can be accurately determined by the dynamic changes in the P-wave amplitude” Sun et al (2021).
Implantable port for solid tumours
“For most patients receiving SACT, PORTs are more effective and safer than both Hickman and PICCs” Moss et al (2021).
Integrated short peripheral cannula
“A rapid review of the current evidence suggests that this new device may have different clinical performance and different indications if compared to standard short peripheral cannulas” Pinelli and Pittiruti (2021).
IV flushing with pre-filled syringes
“This article describes how one large university health board in Wales implemented a change in products and practice and explores the issues around adopting and using CE-marked pre-filled, sterile syringes of 0.9% sodium chloride in place of manually drawing up an IV flush (the CE mark indicates devices that conforms with European legal requirements)” Lee and Terry (2021).
Peripheral IV care – Full Text
“Our main objective was to assess the feasibility and inter-rater agreement on the PIVC-mini Questionnaire (PIVC-miniQ) in a tertiary care hospital in Nepal” Shrestha et al (2021).
Vascular access patient experience
“Having a CVAD affects the psychological, social, and personal self and impacts on self-esteem and self-image” Kelly and Snowden (2021).
Meropenem pharmacokinetics in sepsis
“A prospective single-center study assessed whether fluid retention alters meropenem pharmacokinetics and the achievement of the pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamic (PK/PD) targets for efficacy” Pařízková et al (2021).
CVC ultrasound placement training
“Although the learning curve for CVC ultrasound placement is usually fast, formal training and certification for beginners are strongly recommended” Forneris et al (2021).
Continuous versus intermittent infusion of antibiotics
“The aim of this review was to perform a critical reappraisal of the real-world evidence supporting administration by prolonged infusion of novel beta-lactams for the management of multidrug-resistant Gram-negative infections” Gatti and Pea (2021).