The primary aim of this research is to evaluate the feasibility of launching a full-scale randomised controlled efficacy trial across three CVAD types regarding CVAD

This study estimates annual HAI hospital costs in the US avoided through use of health care antiseptics (health care personnel hand washes and rubs; surgical

Our prospective randomized study examined the possibility of perioperative management of esophagectomy without a central venous catheter (CVC)” Saito et al (2016). Abstract: BACKGROUND/AIMS: Our

A composite score was constructed, which was the average of the percent-positive scores of the items. Overall, scores were high, indicating a positive patient safety

This article provides basic information on OPAT, based on available literature and the author´s experience on running OPAT service in the UK” Štefan and Holub

The risk of hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection was marginally higher among healthcare waste workers compared with domestic waste workers, probably because of needlestick accidents

Results of a study to determine the frequency of and risk factors for errors in automated compounding of i.v. medication doses at a pediatric hospital

To study the indications of tunneled catheter (KTT) in hemodialysis (HD), identify complications related to the use of KTT and contributing factors, assess the survival

Use of single-dose oritavancin in moderate-to-severe ABSSSI patients, including those with suspected MRSA, was projected to deliver an estimated cost reduction to U.S. payers of

In this study of treating cUTIs with ertapenem, we have demonstrated good clinical outcomes” Trad et al (2016). Abstract: BACKGROUND: Ertapenem is a broad-spectrum antibiotic

Treatment strategies for the management through the utilization of observation units (OU), Outpatient Parental Antibiotic Therapy (OPAT), and newly developed antibiotics for the use against

Application of a thermal stimulus is a common procedure used to promote venodilation for peripheral intravenous cannulation (PIVC); however, the effects of thermal stimulation on

To estimate the cost-effectiveness of safety-engineered devices (SEDs) relative to non-SEDs for winged steel needles, intravenous catheter stylets, suture needles, and insulin pen needles” Fukuda

We report our preliminary experience with the use of SecurAcath® to secure CSF drainage, either ventricular or spinal, to the skin” Frassanito et al (2016).

The impact of chlorhexidine (CHG)-impregnated versus non-CHG peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs) on risk of CLABSI is unknown. Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is also a complication

Particular attention has been given to clinical significance (level of evidence and the more practical grade of recommendation” Dietrich et al (2016). Extract: “EFSUMB has

This review comments on the evidence-based recommendations on ultrasound (US)-guided vascular access which have been published recently within the framework of Guidelines on Interventional Ultrasound

A large, urban community hospital developed an insertion bundle to support the safe implementation of a policy of extended dwell time (clinical indication) for inpatient

Patients who have a central line (CL) are at increased risk for developing a CL-associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI), which increases morbidity, length of stay, and

Vascular access professionals play a critical role in infection prevention in patient care by practicing frequent hand hygiene, maintaining a clean and sanitary clinical environment

Competent vascular access practice includes participation on interprofessional teams and provision of expert knowledge that enables medication administration and process monitoring” Carrico and Wiemken (2016).