Variables for adherence to the central line bundle, organizational context, and central line-associated bloodstream infections (CLABSIs) were selected for this secondary data analysis from 614

Simulation-based medical education training was effective in improving short and long-term competency in, and knowledge of CVC insertion” Cartier et al (2016). Abstract: BACKGROUND: Multimodal

The upper end of the pericardial reflection in neonates at autopsy lies below the middle of the 3rd thoracic vertebra. The tip of an upper

By removing ICVC in a select number of patients at six months post-insertion, we might avoid as much as 60% of complications” Cousin et al

This study aimed to assess the extent and nature of recent changes in the management of outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy (OPAT) in Italy” Esposito et

The objective of this study was to describe the OPAT experience at a Canadian tertiary academic centre in the absence of a formal OPAT program”

This study had 2 objectives: to estimate the incidence of upper extremity venous thrombosis associated with PICCs in oncology patients and to evaluate the role

Their review [8] assessed the effectiveness of central-line bundles (insertion and maintenance or both) in preventing CLABSIs. It is the largest—and, in our opinion, the

We sought to evaluate whether among children with central venous catheter, thrombophilia increases the risk of CADVT” Neshat-Vahid et al (2016). Abstract: BACKGROUND: The association

We report the case of a young woman affected by Hodgkin lymphoma with CVC-related right atrial thrombosis diagnosed during routine echocardiography” Lanza et al (2016).

The most common cause for CVC removal or exchange was catheter dysfunction (50%). CVCs were mostly inserted in the femoral vein, which is the preferred

Corners were cut in patient assessment, essential nursing care, the care of central venous catheters and medication administration” Jones et al (2016). Abstract: AIMS AND

Ultrasound-guided RIJV cannulation with real-time visualization to gain access to the central venous circulation in low birth weight newborns is effective and safe” Montes-Tapia et

Possible explanations for the higher complication rate include a smaller diameter and more anterior position relative to the corresponding carotid artery (CA) of the LIJV

This central line infection bundle was effective in reducing CVC use, dwell time, and central line-associated bloodstream infections” McMullan and Gordon (2016). Abstract: OBJECTIVE: To

In the context of globally increasing antimicrobial resistance, tigecycline appears to be a useful therapeutic option. The need for prolonged courses for complex infections has

Its practice, involving especially self-administration, seems to be safe, efficacious and cost-effective, as long as international good practice recommendations are applied” Moulin et al (2016).

Postinsertion chest radiograph revealed the position of the catheter in the left para mediastinal location [Figure 1]. This raised suspicion of a left-sided superior vena

Post-procedural chest radiograph was done, but the misplacement of the CVC tip was not detected initially” Li Cavoli et al (2016). Extract: “A 48-year-old man

Although much has been done in recent years in order to lower the incidence of CVC infections, not all the means are available in poor

Analyze the number and indication for insertion of central venous catheters (CVCs), the incidence of catheter-related bloodstream infection (CRBSI) and the mortality in the intensive

We examined the feasibility of using a head-mounted display (HMD) to improve the ergonomics of sonographic-guided interventional procedures” Kaneko et al (2016). Abstract: PURPOSE: We