The aim of this study was to evaluate the accuracy of measurement of CVP using a new noninvasive method based on near infrared spectroscopy (NIRS)

At this stage, RCTs have provided no evidence to support the benefit of early or late catheter removal for survival or other important outcomes among

Here, we report the results of implementing 2 different models (open vs closed) on infectious complications in the ICU” El-Kersh et al (2016). Abstract: Infectious

Chlorhexidine-silver sulfadiazine (CHSS)-impregnated catheters have been found to decrease the risk of catheter-related bloodstream infection (CRBSI) and central venous catheter (CVC)-related costs” Lorente et al

To identify the presence of phlebitis and the factors that influence the development of this complication in adult patients admitted to hospital in the western

X-ray µCT has good potential as a direct, non-invasive, non-destructive technology to image biofilms in CVCs, as well as other in vivo medical components in

We performed a retrospective review of all cases of spinal infection occurring in the context of a CVC for long-term parenteral nutrition (PN) managed in

The goal of this project was to develop a system to track and evaluate central line-associated blood stream infections related to interventional radiology placement of

Maintenance of CLABSI protocols by nursing staff and appropriate education of other care providers is essential to lower incidence of BBSI in this high-risk population,

From a practical point of view, several unsolved issues have emerged regarding the management of the children with needlestick injury, which appear particularly relevant in

Central venous catheters (CVCs) are inserted in many critically ill patients, but there is no gold standard in estimating their approximate depth of insertion. Many

This technique is a noninvasive, easily performed alternative to surgical exposure of the vessels in large pigs undergoing surgical instrumentation for biomedical device testing” Izer

The aim of the study was to describe and compare evolution of vascular access in Italy over time” Bonucchi et al (2016). Abstract: PURPOSE: Dialysis

The purpose of this study was to measure the impact of an integrated electronic health record (EHR) innovation adoption on the quality of nursing care

Lung US is an accurate modality more than anteroposterior bedside CR in comparison with CT scanning when evaluating critically ill mechanically ventilated patients, patients underwent

Here we report a case of guide wire loss during femoral venous cannulation and literature review” Fan and Song (2016). Abstract: Placement of a central

This review article focuses on the indications, contraindications, ideal locations of the tips of these tubes and catheters, as well as the consequences of malpositioning”

The main objective was to investigate the feasibility of using the femoral vein for long-term venous access” Coulson et al (2016). Abstract: OBJECTIVE: The main

To evaluate the dwell time and actual survival rates of peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) placements after balloon angioplasty in patients with unexpected central venous

More than 94% of respondents rated the novel system as same, better, or much better than their current product. More than 82% of respondents were

Results point to health care provider and consumer knowledge, the need for ongoing education of nursing staff, and interdisciplinary strategies for preventing IV-associated medication errors”

Based on an organization theory perspective, this study proposes that nurses not only consider how infusion pumps place demands on themselves but also consider how