Effectiveness of vascular catheter removal following CLABSI diagnosis – Full Text
“A Candida spp. isolation was found to be significantly associated with a higher likelihood of catheter removal (p = 0.04). Our findings suggest that, in non-ICU CRBSI and CABSI cases, VAD removal may be associated with improved outcomes when feasible” De Capitani et al (2025).
Prehospital antibiotics and intravenous fluids for patients with sepsis – Full Text
“Prompt recognition and treatment of patients with sepsis improve survival. Patients transported to hospital with sepsis often do not receive treatment until they are assessed in emergency departments. Initiation of treatments by paramedics at the point of first contact may improve outcomes for these patients” Scales et al (2025).
Persistent left superior vena cava identified during CVC insertion
“CT angiography confirmed PLSVC of Schummer’s Type 2, characterized by the absence of the right superior vena cava and left SVC draining into the right atrium via a dilated coronary sinus” Sinha et al (2025).
Predicting central venous catheter-related thrombosis in children
“This nomogram enables healthcare providers to estimate the risk of CRT in children with congenital heart disease, offering an effective tool for risk stratification and a basis for implementing targeted interventions” Jiang et al (2025).
Hemothorax following subclavian central venous catheter removal – Full Text
“This case highlights the potential for complications to arise not only during central venous catheter insertion but also during removal. Clinicians should ensure proper catheter positioning during insertion and implement post-removal monitoring protocols to detect rare but potentially life-threatening complications such as hemothorax” Kebede et al (2025).
Improving time to antibiotic administration in pediatric patients
“Timely administration of antibiotics in pediatric oncology patients undergoing chemotherapy is critical, particularly for those presenting with fever and a central line, due to their increased risk of severe infections” Cotton (2025).
IV versus IO vascular access
“Establishing vascular access early in out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) is a crucial factor for improving prognosis. Clinical guidelines recommend both intravascular (IV) and intraosseous (IO) access, but the superiority of one technique over the other has yet to be determined” Hameed et al (2025).
CLABSI treatment with antibiotic lock therapy versus catheter removal
“Although ALT offers a non-invasive catheter salvage strategy, its association with higher relapse rates, particularly in CoNS BSI, suggests catheter removal should remain the preferred approach when feasible” Ranganath et al (2025).
Management of Staphylococcus aureus CRBSI
“Prospective observational studies seem to support the possibility of preserving the infected line in case of early pathogen identification and CRBSI management with empirical large-spectrum antibiotics, followed by targeted treatment once the antibiogram is available” Mandolfo et al (2025).
Skin disinfection prior to central venous catheterization survey – Full Text
“The Neonatal Vascular Access Group (AVN GdS) of the Italian Society of Neonatology reiterates the use of 2% chlorhexidine in a 70% alcohol solution for skin disinfection before central catheter insertion, as recommended by recent guidelines. However, specific precautions must be taken to avoid complications” D’Andrea et al (2025).
Pediatric PICC navigation
“Compared to traditional ultrasound-guided methods, magnetic navigation offers superior efficiency in pediatric PICC placement, highlighting its promising potential for clinical application and broader implementation” Chen et al (2025).
Timing of neonatal CVC removal
“We conclude that discontinuing PN and removing CVC at lower enteral feed volumes increases the risk of late-onset sepsis. Although the time to regain birthweight was longer, no differences in anthropometry were noted at discharge. Further evidence is required from low- and middle-income countries” Anne et al (2025).
Detailed narrative review of vascular access devices – Full Text
“Venous access devices can be categorized based on the termination site of the tip of the catheter into central and peripheral access devices. Selecting the type of venous access device depends on various factors, including the condition of the patient, the anticipated duration of therapy, the use of vesicant or hyperosmolar therapies and the potential risk of complications” Abdulelah et al (2025).
Ultrasound enhances umbilical venous catheter placement – Full Text
“In conclusion, ultrasound could be the standard of care for umbilical catheter placement, ensuring accurate vessel assessment and real-time visualization. Despite our limited sample, our findings highlight its superior precision and safety, reducing complications and the need for radiography” Cossovel et al (2025).
Incidence of CRBSI in immunosuppressed patients – Full Text
“Our findings suggest that intense immunosuppression in the setting of SOT is not associated with an increased risk of CRBSI in patients with renal failure utilizing TDC especially when a consistent and standardized protocol for the access and care of these catheters is utilized” El Mouhayyar et al (2025).
Central venous catheter insertion with eye-tracking glasses – Full Text
“We aimed to evaluate the effect of projection mapping (PM) on the quality and safety of central venous catheter (CVC) insertion under real-time ultrasound guidance” Miyazaki et al (2025).
Central line placement in difficult venous access patients – Full Text
“Infrared vein visualization (IVV) is a known technique commonly used for superficial vein mapping and peripheral venous access. This technical report explores the combined use of IVV and USG for CVC placement” Patankar (2025).
Intracavitary ECG for central venous access device tip location
“Utilizing IC-ECG instead of X-ray guidance (CXR or fluoroscopy) for medium and long term CVAD tip location (PICC and port) has resulted in significant cost reduction. This strategy should strongly be considered for improving the cost-effectiveness of CVADs implantation” Pinelli et al (2025).
Interprofessional CLABSI reduction
“Interprofessional CLABSI reduction efforts can be effective in a cardiac surgical intensive care unit and improve patient safety. Keys to success include teamwork, accountability, acceptance from intensive care unit staff, and support from hospital executive leaders” Mazzeffi et al (2025).
CLABSI prevention in ICU – Full Text
“This review highlights a persistent gap between knowledge and adherence to CLABSI prevention practices among ICU nurses. Strengthening education, institutional support, and diagnostic strategies is essential to reduce infection rates and improve patient safety” Alqaissi (2025).
Home care model for patients with PICC
“This study aimed to develop a mobile care application for peripherally inserted central catheter maintenance, which incorporated five functions: data recording, health education, image uploading, regular reminders, and online consultation” Zheng et al (2025).
Maintaining peripheral cannula patency
“Normal saline infusions have been proposed as an alternative for extending cannula lifespan. This study aims to address the clinical need for data on blood collection techniques in healthy participants” Lubila et al (2025).
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Patient satisfaction with implantable ports
“Patients expressed high satisfaction with low impact on comfort, psychological state and physical well-being. Maintenance experiences varied, highlighting the need for further investigation and a validated comprehensive questionnaire” Goossens et al (2025).
Repeat CLABSI in the same patient
“Repeat CLABSI in the same patient is not uncommon and can contribute significantly to overall inpatient CLABSI rates. Prior CLABSI should be considered a risk factor for future CLABSI” Sotak et al (2025).
OPAT drug stability data – Full Text
“The use of an elastomeric diffuser is favored to administer outpatient antibiotic therapy. A study published in 2022 highlighted the instability of several antibiotics in elastomeric devices at 37 °C. The objective was to evaluate the stability of nine time-dependent antibiotics that are unstable at 37 °C at lower concentrations and a reduced storage temperature of 32 °C” d’Huart et al (2025).
PICC insertion length prediction formula
“The PICC insertion length prediction formula could reduce excessive deep tip positioning, but further measures are required to enhance tip placement in the superior vena cava” Okuwaki et al (2025).
How to exchange a tunneled central venous catheter
“Patients with intestinal failure (IF) are dependent on tunneled central venous catheters (CVC) to provide parenteral nutrition. A method using a fibrous sheath (FS) was developed to preserve the central venous routes while exchanging CVC. We focused on the reduction of punctured catheter insertions for the FS method” Hashizume et al (2025).
Current landscape of OPAT practice across the United Kingdom – Full Text
“In this review, we examine the current landscape of OPAT practice across the United Kingdom (UK), assessing its clinical, economic, and operational impact” Durojaiye et al (2025).
CLABSI rates in patients with major burns – Full Text
“This study aimed to investigate the effects of catheter types used in patients with major burns on bloodstream infections and to predict sepsis status and manage its prognosis using a procalcitonin biomarker” Çinar et al (2025).
Phlebotomy method for neonates – Full Text
“While our team at the University of Florida utilized point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) to confirm procedural accuracy, the primary aim of this publication is to equip clinicians with a practical, landmark-based method for obtaining blood samples” VerHage et al (2025).
Follow-up blood cultures in gram-negative bloodstream infections – Full Text
“In this review, we aim to evaluate the strengths and limitations of the most significant studies on FUBCs in GN-BSIs, proposing a more personalized approach for using FUBCs in GN-BSIs” Tziolos and Kofteridis (2025).
Semi-automated ultrasound guidance system for central vascular access – Full Text
“Here, we conduct independent evaluation testing of one such device, the Vu-Path™ Ultrasound Guidance system, or Vu-Path™. The device was designed to simplify needle insertion using a needle holder that ensures the needle is within the ultrasound field of view during its insertion into tissue, along with guidance lines shown on the user interface” Hernandez Torres et al (2024).
Magnesium sulfate extravasation – Full Text
“We present a case of vascular extravasation of magnesium sulfate, not known for causing tissue damage, which led to significant vascular injury” Bilodeau et al (2025).
Ultrasound-guided techniques for vascular access in DIVA patients – Full Text
“The integration of ultrasound-guided vascular access into routine emergency protocols could enhance patient safety, satisfaction, and procedural efficiency in emergency care settings” Peralta-Gámez et al (2025).
CRBSI risk factors in cancer patients – Full Text
“To identify risk factors for catheter-related bloodstream infections (CRBSI) in cancer patients, we compared 200 CRBSI cases to 400 controls” Haddad et al (2025).
Detecting chemotherapy residue on infusion pumps – Full Text
“This study aimed to develop, validate, and apply an analytical method to detect and quantify 5-FU residues on the external surfaces of infusion pumps” Cardoso et al (2025).
Midline catheter for cancer patients receiving 5-FU chemotherapy – Full Text
“Insertion of a midline catheter (MLC) into the upper arm with tip positioned in the axillary vein may reduce the incidence of phlebitis. This study evaluated the safety and effectiveness of MLC use for continuous 5-FU infusion in cancer patients” Sakakida et al (2025).
How to improve vein prominence prior to cannulation – Full Text
“The authors aimed to examine the effect of three techniques used to improve vein prominence on achievement, knowledge, and psychomotor skills in the first PVC experience in nursing students” Yılmaz et al (2025).
CRBSI prevention and evidence-based nursing – Full Text
“This study aimed to determine intensive care nurses’ knowledge and attitudes towards preventing catheter-related bloodstream infections and their attitudes towards evidence-based practices” Gezginci Akpinar et al (2025).
Using the ipsilateral arm in patients with breast cancer – Full Text
“Twelve months after implementation, more than 100 patients with breast cancer participated with zero incidences of resulting lymphedema. There were no foot stick orders or calf blood pressures in patients when the ipsilateral arm was used. After 16 months, the practice change became a systemwide policy” Shady (2025).
Vascular device complications during the covid-19 pandemic – Full Text
“To calculate the rate of severe complications requiring surgical vascular intervention following vascular device implantation during the COVID-19 pandemic” Müller et al (2025).
Predicting catheter related bloodstream infection in hemodialysis patients – Full Text
“An easy-to-use nomogram for prediction of CRBSI in hemodialysis patients is well developed.This risk assessment tool can effectively identify patients at high risk of CRBSI and may be useful for optimizing catheter management” Wu et al (2025).
Accidental removal of medical devices
“The nasoenteral catheter was the most frequently removed device (44.4%), followed by the central venous catheter (11.4%), the indwelling bladder catheter (9.0%), and the peripheral venous catheter (6.9%)” Oliveira et al (2025).
Catheter-related infection risk factors
“For uncuffed, non-tunneled dual-lumen catheters used for dialysis vascular access, the jugular insertion site does not demonstrate a reduced risk of CRBSI compared to the femoral site. However, jugular catheter placement is associated with a longer dwelling time and a lower mortality rate.” Phatpituk et al (2025).
Ultrasound-guided infusion port implantation via axillary vein – Full Text
“Transaxillary vein ultrasound-guided implantation of a TIVAP is a low-risk, high efficiency procedure with low rate of complication” Tian et al (2025).
Impact of exercise during chemotherapy infusion
“The findings of this study suggest that low-intensity exercise during chemotherapy infusion in breast cancer patients is feasible and well-tolerated, providing a positive experience without adverse effects on mood” Dantas et al (2025).
Hand motion of operators associated with central venous access
“The access phase of simulated central venous access can best differentiate between experts and trainees. This sample of hand motion performance may be able to simplify motion analysis of technical performance and obviate the need for recording hand motion for the entire procedure” Weinstein et al (2025).
Needle-free connector evaluation
“This study examined the performance of various NFC technologies with PICC and Midline. While no device eliminates BV, positive displacement NFCs showed lower flow reflux compared to the others when used with PICC. No difference between clamping sequences was observed for neutral and anti-reflux NFCs” Privitera et al (2025).
Peripheral intravenous cannula removal in children
“To determine the effects of using an alcohol-free, silicone-based adhesive remover spray and squeezing a stress ball on pain and fear of pain during the removal of peripheral intravenous cannulas and fixation materials (acrylate-based hypoallergenic adhesives) in children aged 6-9 years” Guzel Polat et al (2025).
Blood culture diagnostic stewardship model – Full Text
“The medical community recently experienced a severe shortage of blood culture media bottles. Rates of blood stream infection (BSI) among critically ill children are low. We sought to design a machine learning (ML) model able to identify children at low risk for BSI to improve blood culture diagnostic stewardship” Martin et al (2025).
Tunneling of centrally inserted central venous catheters
“The purpose of this article is to present a tunneling technique that allows the repositioning of the catheter exit site to the infraclavicular fossa using only the materials included in standard CICC kits” Benvenuti et al (2025).
Intravenous smart pump review
“The first programmable infusion pumps were invented over 50 years ago, but their adoption in hospitals was slow, and their initial functions were limited to basic programming in milliliters per hour” Blake et al (2025).