Ultrasound-guided internal jugular vein (IJV) central venous cannulation
“The lateral short axis in-plane technique should be considered the first-line technique for IJV cannulation” Rossi et al (2014).
Taking blood samples from pre-existing peripheral intravenous catheter
“The purpose of this observational study was to describe characteristics of blood samples collected from pre-existing peripheral intravenous (PIV) catheters in pediatric patients” Braniff et al (2014).
Blood sample haemolysis knowledge among clinical staff and phlebotomists
“Evidence-based measures are required to boost staff knowledge base of preanalytical blood sample haemolysis for standardised and quality service. Monitoring and evaluation of the training, conducting and monitoring haemolysis rate are equally crucial” Makhumula-Nkhoma et al (2014).
Symptomatic central venous stenosis in a hemodialysis patient leading to loss of vascular access
“Vascular access thrombosis, compromised blood flow and inadequate dialysis delivery are dreaded complications that eventually render the access unusable” Tatapudi et al (2014).
Recent advances with temporary hemodialysis catheters
“The insertion of non-tunneled temporary hemodialysis catheters (NTHCs) is a core procedure of nephrology practice. While urgent dialysis may be life-saving, mechanical and infectious complications related to the insertion of NTHCs can be fatal” Clark and Barsuk (2014).
No association between ultrasound-guided insertion of central venous catheters and bloodstream infection
“In a hospital-wide setting with baseline CABSI rates at the standard level currently found in high-income countries, the use of ultrasound has no additional benefit for the prevention of CABSI” Cartier et al (2014).
Safety and efficacy of CV-port-free chemotherapy administration via the median cubital vein
“In this study, the safety and efficacy of CV-port-free chemotherapy administration via the median cubital vein was assessed in metastatic colorectal cancer patients” Yoshida et al (2014).
Biofilm-related candida central line associated bloodstream infection
“As to complication of Candida bacteremia, first we should check endophthalmitis, which occurs frequently and leads to the loss of eyesight, as well as infective endocarditis, arthritis, metastatic infections such as embolic pneumonia and suppurative thrombotic phlebitis of catheter insertion site” Kadowaki and Shimono (2014).
Identifying and reducing early complications of central lines in infants and toddlers
“The purpose of this study was to review outcomes associated with CVC insertion in this high-risk group and compare them to those in older children to develop directed quality improvement projects” Fallon et al (2014).
Docetaxel extravasation results in significantly delayed and relapsed skin injury
“The current report presents the case of a breast cancer patient who developed a significantly delayed skin reaction one day after docetaxel extravasation, a rare skin manifestation, and relapsed one week subsequently” Chang et al (2014).
Unconventional vascular access for hemodialysis in patient with central vein occlusion
“An attempt to cannulate inferior vena cava was unsuccessful. A cannulation of dilated collateral abdominal veins with dialysis needles allowed to perform several hemodialysis sessions in the patient” Stróżecki et al (2014).
CVC guidewire retention avoidance using human factors
“The work described here investigated the issue in an attempt to better understand it both from an operator and a systems perspective, and to ultimately recommend appropriate safe design solutions that reduce guidewire retention errors” Horberry et al (2014).
Cost and length of stay for central line-associated bloodstream infections
“Little is known about the attributable cost and length of stay (LOS) of CLABSI in pediatric inpatient settings. We determined the cost and LOS attributable to pediatric CLABSI from 2008 through 2011” Goudie et al (2014).
Type of isolated microorganisms from central venous catheters
“This study aimed at determining the relative abundance and microbial sensitivity of organisms, which were creating contamination with CVCs in hospitalized patients in the ICUs of Alzahra hospital” Khorvash et al (2014).
Study aims to compare the degree of difficulty in central venous line placement
“This study aims to compare the degree of difficulty in central venous line placement with or without ultrasound and the incidence of complications, and to establish the effect of the operator’s degree of training” Rando et al (2014).
Preventing CLABSI in home parenteral nutrition patients
“We developed a multi-disciplinary enhanced care pathway encompassing a number of minimal cost interventions involving line/exit site care, training for staff and parents, multi-disciplinary discharge planning and monitoring compliance” Muir et al (2014).
Preventing biofilm formation and associated occlusion
“While non-coated TIVAP implanted in rats were heavily colonized by the two biofilm-forming pathogens with high percentage of occlusion, coating of TIVAP reduced their initial adherence and subsequently led to 4-log reduction in biofilm formation and reduced occlusion” Chauhan et al (2014).
Study recommends further research is required for CVC flushing procedures
“The purpose of this project was to critically review current literature and expert opinion regarding CVC flushing practice in the hopes of reporting standardized recommendations” Conway et al (2014).
Risk factors for venous thrombosis in patients undergoing chemotherapy via PICC
“The incidence of thrombosis was 16.6% (12/72) in patients with one or more risk factors, and 55.5% (five of nine) in those with two or more risk factors” Shi et al (2014).
Fatal pulmonary embolism after hemodialysis vascular access declotting
“He underwent declotting successfully but upon angioplasty of the access feeding artery, he developed massive pulmonary embolism and died” Sadjadi and Sharif-Hassanabadi (2014).
Inadvertent intra-arterial cannulation case study
“Accidentally given medication for pain management intra-arterially through an improperly placed IV line, which resulted in ischaemia, gangrene and subsequent loss of the hand” Prabhu et al (2014).
Accidental suturing of jugular vein catheter in a mitral valve replacement
“Accidental suturing of the catheter to the heart is a rare complication that is difficult to correct; excessive traction force on the central venous catheter can lead to heart breakage or even death” Kong et al (2014).