Clinical trial design for intravenous fat emulsion products
“The development of intravenous fat emulsion (IVFE) is the culmination of physiological, biochemical, nutritional, and medical scientific advancements” Teitelbaum et al (2014). Reference: Teitelbaum, D.H.,
Candida central venous catheter-related bloodstream infection
“We report the case of a Candida utilis catheter-related bloodstream infection in a patient with metastatic carcinoma of the bladder and a long term totally
Peripheral intravenous catheter flush solution in neonates
“To determine the efficacy of heparinized saline administered as intermittent flush on functional duration of the peripheral intravenous catheter (PIVC) in neonates” Upadhyay et al (2014).
Peripheral intravenous catheter mechanical complication rate published
“The results showed that 211 (59%) out of 365 monitored devices were replaced due to phlebitis (28%), dislocation (19%) or obstruction (12%)” Vallecoccia et al
How to reduce vancomycin induced infusion phlebitis
“The increasing use of vancomycin means that new guidelines are required to avoid phlebitis. If peripheral intravenous therapy is used to reduce infusion time, along
Risk of hemolysis when blood sampling from peripheral IV catheters
“The aim of this work is to identify interventions that reduce risk of hemolysis if the blood sample is from a peripheral IV catheter” Danielis
Incidence of pneumothorax following central venous catheterization
“We undertook this multicenter study to estimate the incidence of immediate catheter-related pneumothorax in community EDs and to determine associations with site of access, failed
Comparison of 3 different intraosseous access devices
“The study was designed to investigate the success rate and time of insertion intraosseous access during simulated resuscitation” Kurowski et al (2014). Reference: Kurowski, A.,
Intraosseous access learning curve described
“As a result of this study, which enlightened the use of IO route of administration, demonstrated the usefulness of IO route of administration, revealed the
Improving CLABSI prevention bundle compliance rates
“Our objective was to improve maintenance bundle compliance rates and nursing competency surrounding central venous line (CVL) care in our paediatric intensive care unit (PICU)
The use of antibiotic-ethanol lock therapy in the management of CRBSI
“The use of antibiotic-ethanol lock therapy in the management of CRBSI is equally effective as catheter replacement” Lawiński et al (2014). Reference: Lawiński, M., Majewska,
Meta-analysis examines effectiveness of silver-impregnated central venous catheters
“The purpose of this meta-analysis was to examine the effectiveness of silver-impregnated central venous catheters (CVCs) in preventing catheter bacterial colonization and catheter-related blood stream
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Implementation of standardized dosing units for six intravenous medications
“Possible options to standardize i.v. medications along with their pros and cons were presented for discussion to key providers in all of the intensive care
Triggers for the transfusion of blood and blood products
“Although the evidence-base for red cell transfusion practice is incomplete, randomised studies across a range of clinical settings, including surgery, consistently support the restrictive use
Trends in infection prevention in ICU: Including CLABSI prevention
“This article reviews the modern trends in infection control practices to prevent HAIs in ICUs with a focus on methods for monitoring hand hygiene, updates
Catheter-related Candida bloodstream infection in intensive care unit patients
“In China, CRCBSI was more likely to occur in old patients with low body weight” Hu et al (2014). Reference: Hu, B., Du, Z., Kang,
Peripherally inserted central catheter placement in cystic fibrosis patients
“PICC is an alternative to CP for intravenous antibiotherapy in CF patients” Betegnie et al (2014). Reference: Betegnie, A.L., Cracowski, C., Bedouch, P., Segond, C.,
Cochrane review on home versus in-centre haemodialysis
“To evaluate the benefits and harms of home haemodialysis versus in-centre haemodialysis in adults with end-stage kidney disease (ESKD)” Palmer et al (2014). Reference: Palmer,
Relationships between the use of temporary nursing staff and CLABSI rates
“…relationships between the use of temporary nursing staff and the occurrence of nosocomial infections (central line-associated blood stream infections and ventilator-associated pneumonia)” Bae et al
Central venous implantable port complications reviewed
“Central venous (CV) ports are being used increasingly in both hospital and home care settings. Here, we investigated the rates and causes of CV port complications” Okada et al (2014).
Central venous catheter competencies reviewed
“This study evaluates existing published tools on this procedure and systematically summarizes key competencies for the assessment of this technical skill” Ma et al (2014).