Experimental study investigates Vancomycin associated adverse effects
“Vancomycin (VCM) is indicated in combat against Gram-positive infections, but it is not considered a first-choice drug because of its adverse effects. It is believed
Confusion between Hickman catheter and percutaneous endoscopic gastric tube
“A man was found dead in his nursing bed. The responsible assistant nurse explained that she had administered liquid nutrition (Isosource Energy Fibre 500ml) via
Systematic review: Ultrasound guidance for jugular vein catheterization
“The primary objective of this review was to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of two-dimensional (imaging ultrasound (US) or ultrasound Doppler (USD)) guided puncture techniques
Systematic review: Ultrasound guidance for subclavian or femoral vein catheterization
“The primary objective of this review was to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of two-dimensional ultrasound (US)- or Doppler ultrasound (USD)-guided puncture techniques for subclavian
Implantable venous port associated skin erosion
“Chemoports are totally implantable venous access devices, which are retained over long periods of time to facilitate chemotherapy administration” Harish (2014). References: Harish, K. (2014)
Conversion from temporary to tunnelled central venous catheter
“We propose a conversion technique without peel-away sheath: a guide wire is advanced through the existing temporary CVC; then, a subcutaneous tunnel is created from
Outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy (OPAT) service review
“Adequate patient selection, a structured OPAT team with an effective communication system, and routine clinical monitoring are key elements to establish a successful OPAT program”
Automatic detection of air embolism using a precordial Doppler
“This work aims to study different features of the heart sound through a precordial Doppler, that may provide useful information on VAE episodes” Tedim et
Role of microbiology in the surveillance of catheter-related infections
“The aim of the study was to provide baseline data on the prevalence of CRIs and to describe the epidemiology of CRI events within a
Central venous catheter complications
“Out of total number of catheters of both groups, out of 108 catheters the complications during insertion occurred in 49 catheters (45.40%). The most common
Intravenous infusion or single dose of Ketamine for postoperative analgesia
“This review seeks to exclusively examine the evidence supporting the use of low-dose IV infusion of ketamine for the management of perioperative pain” Jouguelet-Lacoste et
Occupational exposure to blood in multiple trauma care
“Little is known regarding compliance with standard precautions or occupational exposure to blood and body fluids among multiple trauma care personnel in Germany” Wicker et
Effect of Medicare’s nonpayment for CLABSI
“The HACs Initiative was associated with improvements in CLABSI and CAUTI trends, conditions for which there is strong evidence that better hospital processes yield better
Subclavian central venous catheter insertion OSCE
“The purpose of this study was to develop a Procedural Objective Structured Teaching Exercise for subclavian central venous catheter insertion and to determine specific aspects
Audit identifies misuse and overuse of non-sterile gloves
“This paper describes a small-scale application and validation of an observational audit tool devised to identify inappropriate use of NSG and potential for cross contamination”
Central line–associated bloodstream infections in pediatric intestinal failure
“The objective of this study is to characterize the presentation of CLABSIs in pediatric IF and to determine the time to positivity of blood cultures”
Comparison of intraosseous and intravenous antibiotic administration
“We aimed to investigate whether comparable antibiotic concentrations could be reached with intraosseous and intravenous administration during septic shock” Strandberg et al (2015). Reference: Strandberg,
How is income generated by outpatient parenteral antibiotic treatment?
“We determined the available mechanisms to generate income from outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy (OPAT) in the UK and calculated the revenue generated from treatment of
Preventing the formation of biofilm-associated CVAD infections
“The objective of this study was to clarify the antifungal properties of cerium, a lanthanide member, against Candida species” Silva-Dias et al (2015). Reference: Silva-Dias,
Methods of neonatal PICC insertion reviewed
“We compared the success rates of peripherally inserted central catheters by two methods of using static ultrasound and traditional technique (vein visualization and palpation) in
Simulation-based central line training for emergency medicine residents
“Emergency medicine residents received simulation-based sterile technique training during CVC placement between May 2008 and September 2010” Hoskote et al (2014).
Bacterial colonization portable electronic devices
“We conducted a convenience sampling of devices in 2 large medical centers to identify bacterial colonization rates and potential risk factors” Khan et al (2015).