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).
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).
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).
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).
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).