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).
CHG allergy impact on CLABSI rates
“We attempted to standardize skin patch testing with various CVC products, published an algorithm of alternative CVC care for patients with a potential CHG allergy, and created a family education sheet on the highest used alternative, betadine” Renee et al (2021).
Ultrasound peripheral IV training – Full Text
“Current studies suggest a potential benefit of ultrasound guided USG-PVC training on success rate, procedure time, cannulation attempts, and reducing the need for subsequent CVC or PICC in adult patients” Jørgensen et al (2021).
Home-based IV analgesia with elastomeric pump
“Postoperative analgesia using an intravenous elastomeric pump allows performance of MPFL reconstruction as an outpatient procedure with satisfactory pain control, complication rates and patient satisfaction” Villalba et al (2021).
Extravasation results in compartment syndrome
“Rather than treating the compartment syndrome with fasciotomies as is standard, we utilized compression therapy via an Esmarch surgical dressing wrapped distal to proximal on the effected limb” Hoefnagel et al (2021).
Total intravenous anaesthesia
“This article explores why the practical and outcome benefits have made total intravenous anaesthesia an increasingly accepted alternative to use of inhalational agents” Joines and Harris (2021).
Peripheral IV catheter insertion service
“The peripheral vascular access service allowed patients to receive appropriate peripheral vascular access devices and avoid unnecessary peripheral catheter placements” Wells et al (2021).
IV infiltration and extravasation algorithm – Full Text
“To elaborate and validate the content and appearance of an algorithm for treating infiltration and extravasation of non-chemotherapy drugs and solutions administered to children” Santos et al (2021).
Infusion pump alerts and alarms impact clinical care
“Infusion pump alerts and alarms impact clinical care, as alerts and alarms by design interrupt clinical workflow” Yu et al (2021).
CLABSI reduction with 90-day sprint approach
“Using a 90-day sprint plan, numerous best practices were identified as key opportunities for CLABSI prevention and two main focus areas were identified for intervention: 1) daily chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) bathing for all patients with central lines and 2) daily line necessity evaluation” Livingston (2021).
Blood culture initial specimen diversion technology
“Use of initial specimen diversion technology was associated with an 83% lower rate of blood culture contamination compared to conventional methods, sustained for 18 months” Brownfield and Peterson (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).
IV antibiotic administration rate
“The rapid administration of intravenous ceftriaxone, ertapenem, meropenem and daptomycin in an outpatient setting is clinically safe and well tolerated” Ling et al (2021).
Haemodialysis and CLABSI – Full Text
“Neither catheter salvation nor antibiotic-lock therapy were associated with the recurrence of CRBSI” Ramli et al (2021).
Ultrasound-guided CVC placement
“Although not superior to the standard internal jugular approach, the novel supraclavicular approach proved to be a noninferior method for central venous cannulation” Aydın et al (2021).
PICC for patients with moyamoya disease
“We report the successful use of PICC in children undergoing surgery for moyamoya disease with a considerable success rate and low incidence of malpositioning or complications” Ji 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).
Peripheral IV catheter infections
“PVC-related BSI due to Gram-negative bacteria was more common than to Gram-positive bacteria” Berger et al (2021).
CVC removal complication – Full Text
“In patients with hematological malignancy and CVC-associated UE-DVT, early removal of CVCs was not associated with an increased risk of PE compared with delayed or no removal” Houghton et al (2021).
CLABSI antibiotic treatment duration
“Recent data suggest that administration of appropriate antibiotic therapy for 7 days or less may be as well tolerated and effective as longer courses in episodes of GNB-CRBSI, once the CVC has been removed” Ruiz-Ruigómez and Aguado (2021).
OPAT for vascular graft infection – Full Text
“OPAT can avoid multiple and lengthy hospital admissions and maximise time at home and quality of life in this cohort with life-limiting infection” Allen et al (2021).
AV fistula cannulation technique
“This study showed MuST was efficacious and safe in maintaining the longevity of AVF in dialysis patients” Peralta et al (2021).
Tibial intraosseous drug administration
“Our aim was to determine whether prehospital administration of resuscitative medications via the IO route was associated with lower rates of return of spontaneous circulation (ROSC) and survival to hospital discharge than peripheral intravenous (IV) infusion in the setting of OHCA” Hamam et al (2021).