Risk factors for central line-associated bloodstream infections – Full Text
“The present study reveals age, LOS, total parenteral nutrition/partial parenteral nutrition (TPN/PPN), and transplantation as the independent risk factors/predictors of CLABSI” Kaki et al (2024).
Implantable port placement complications in pediatric hemophilia patients – Full Text
“This retrospective study at Beijing Children’s Hospital (2020-2023) analyzed surgical procedures and complications in 24 pediatric hemophilia patients undergoing Totally Implantable Venous Access Port (TIVAP) insertion, primarily in the right jugular vein (RJV)” Cheng et al (2024).
IV management in elderly patients – Full Text
“This study evaluates a reengineered intervention aimed at improving the clinical management of intravenous indwelling needles in geriatric patients, focusing on cost-efficiency within the Diagnosis-Related Group (DRG) payment framework” Zhang et al (2024).
Research aims to decrease the mean number of IV punctures per patient – Full Text
“We seek to implement an catheter placement algorithm to decrease the mean number of punctures per patient. The algorithm will be adjusted based on obstacles and levers revealed by the analysis of clinical data” Slosse et al (2024).
Interventions to alleviate anxiety and pain during venipuncture in children – Full Text
“Both psychoeducational brochures and medical-technical interventions had a positive impact on anxiety and pain. However, effectivity for the medical-technical interventions was lower than in previous studies utilizing individual interventions” Fuchs et al (2024).
Alteplase versus heparin lock in patients with tunneled hemodialysis catheters – Full Text
“This study aimed to identify the clinical factors, catheter brands, and hemodialysis variables that influence the choice of use for alteplase versus heparin, for those patients with tunneled catheters, and reduce overprescribing of high-alert medication alteplase” Alhammouri et al (2024).
Paediatric CVAD management research – Full Text
“Paediatric patients with complex or acute conditions may require a central venous access device, however, almost one-third of these devices have associated complications (e.g. infections). Implementation of evidence-based practices regarding central venous access devices can reduce and potentially prevent complications” Comber et al (2024).
Who was Sven Ivar Seldinger- Full Text
“Sven Ivar Seldinger, a Swedish radiologist, laid the cornerstone of modern interventional radiology in 1953 with the introduction of his innovative technique for catheter insertion. This technique, known as the Seldinger technique, represents a pivotal advancement in medical procedures, offering a safer, less invasive method for vascular access” Hafiani et al (2024).
Are NHS phlebotomy services appropriately staffed – Full Text
“We aimed to explore whether outpatient transformation initiatives and phlebotomy services that are managed by outpatients are appropriately staffed and to evaluate trusts’ adherence to the objectives outlined in the Long Term Plan” Abelleyra Lastoria et al (2024).
Virtual reality versus tablet for procedural comfort in children – Full Text
“This study suggests that the type of technology used as a support for the game has a minimal effect on the child’s experience, with both groups reporting low pain and anxiety levels, minimal physical restraint, and high enjoyment” Zavlanou et al (2024).
IV catheterization techniques in pigs – Full Text
“Coupled with the poor peripheral vascular access associated with pigs, this presents a challenge for many new graduates and other primary care veterinarians seeking to improve their knowledge of porcine handling, anatomy, and medical care. Furthermore, much of the available veterinary literature regarding porcine venous access is dated, limited to technical notes, or inaccessible to many primary care veterinarians” Elane et al (2024).
Portable elastomeric pumps real-life data evaluation
“OPAT through portable elastomeric infusion pumps proved to be safe and effective. It also contributed to the reduction of healthcare costs, fully respecting the principles of personalized medicine. This strategy has emerged as a promising tool for antibiotic stewardship and infection control” Giuliano et al (2024).
Simulation-based PICC insertion training program
“This simulation-based training program significantly improved residents’ peripherally inserted central venous catheter placement skills using either modality” Corvetto et al (2024).
Evaluation of novel dermatotomy device for central venous cannulation – Full Text
“The wire-guided scalpel was effective in performing dermatotomy for CVC with a 100% success rate and a very high first-attempt rate. The wire-guided scalpel may decrease bleeding at the CVC insertion site” Keeyapaj et al (2024).
Needlestick injury and timely postexposure prophylaxis
“Needlestick injuries pose a risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens, such as HIV, Hepatitis B, and Hepatitis C. Risk mitigation strategies should be reexamined in light of newer vaccines and therapeutics” Han et al (2024).
Long-term dialysis catheter-associated Agromyces mediolanus bacteremia
“Human infections caused by Agromyces mediolanus are rare; it has been reported twice, and both cases were associated with prolonged use of catheters, not only parenteral catheter but also peritoneal catheter, which is of special importance for patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD)” Haq et al (2023).
Impact of technology-based devices on the first-attempt PIVC success
“Based on our findings, the prioritization of device usage to increase the FASR of PIVC in pediatric patients with DIVA is as follows: USG, NIR, SC, and TI, respectively” Hosseini et al (2024).
CLABSI salvage strategy for children with long-term CVC
“We evaluated the occurrence of catheter salvage strategy (CSS) in children with S. aureus LTCVC-associated CLABSI and assessed determinants of CSS failure” Devautour et al (2024).
Improving IV fluid management in the ED – Full Text
“The IV fluid prescriptions’ appropriateness was significantly higher after guideline implementation. However, documentation quality of fluid management was poor in the studied ED records” eWuytst al (2024).
Maintaining CVC function in hemodialysis patients
“Ticagrelor may reduce the incidence of catheter dysfunction and prolong the life time of the catheter by preventing and reducing the thrombosis of TCC in MHD patients, without obvious side effects” Shen et al (2024).
Increasing enteral antibiotics in hospitalized children
“We observed increased enteral antibiotic doses for children hospitalized with common bacterial infections. Interventions targeting culture change and communication were associated with sustained improvement” Molloy et al (2024).
Malpositioning of internal jugular central venous catheters – Full Text
“We present two cases, in which a dual-lumen, non-tunneled temporary hemodialysis catheter was inadvertently inserted into the left common carotid artery and in the left innominate vein” Rodriguez et al (2024).
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Intracardiac ECG and recognizing complex cardiac arrhythmias
“The IC-ECG acquired using central venous catheters significantly increases atrial electrical activity signals. This technique might help identify complex cardiac arrhythmias” Antezana-Chavez et al (2023).
Reducing peripheral venous catheter-related phlebitis
“The study showed promising results, suggesting that proximal massage and palm fisting may be a simple and inexpensive technique to prevent the occurrence of phlebitis in PVC patients” Tosun et al (2024).
CLABSI reduction in a low middle-income country – Full Text
“Our multi-faceted approach using the CUSP model was associated with reduced CLABSI-associated morbidity and mortality in resource limited settings. Our findings suggest that higher attendance rate (>80%) at meetings may be necessary to achieve sustained effects post-intervention” Latif et al (2024).
Short-axis versus long-axis for ultrasound-guided vascular access – Full Text
“This updated meta-analysis demonstrated that the SA and LA approaches of US-guided vessel cannulation are similar regarding first-pass success, overall cannulation success rate, total complication rate, cannulation time and the number of attempts” Mishra et al (2023).
Loss of guidewire during central venous catheter insertion – Full Text
“Following the insertion of the CVC, the loss of the guidewire was noted, prompting immediate chest and abdominal X-rays, revealing its location in the inferior vena cava. The guidewire was surgically removed without any recorded complications” Batarda Sena et al (2024).
Ready-to-use multichamber bags in home parenteral nutrition – Full Text
“In conclusion, commercial multichamber bags for HPN in patients with advanced cancer are non-inferior when compared to individual compounded bags in terms of complications” Fernández-Argüeso et al (2024).
CLABSI reduction in pediatric intestinal failure patients – Full Text
“A lower community-acquired CLABSI rate has been sustained for 24 months and reflects approximately 12 fewer infections per year in this at-risk population” Samantha Neumeister et al (2023).
Vascular access for patients with history of injection drug use
“In this study, we evaluated mean hospital length of stay (LOS), hospitalization cost, and rate of potentially preventable catheter related infections (PPCRIs) for IDU and non-IDU patients with VADs” Soloway and Kärpänen (2023).
Peripheral closed intravenous catheter system research
“The PIVC indwelling time is longer in patients with the closed IV catheter system. These new technology PIVCs can be used for this special patient population” Özalp Gerçeker et al (2023).
Midline and PICC safety comparison – Full Text
“To compare the safety and efficacy of MCs with PICCs among adult patients with an anticipated intravenous therapy lasting from 5 to 28 days” Thomsen et al (2024).
CLABSI rates associated with 2% CHG-impregnated wipes
“This meta-analysis provides moderate-quality evidence that daily bathing with 2% CHG-impregnated wipes is safe and helps prevent CLABSI among adult ICU patients” Peixoto et al (2024)
Radiation exposure during venous access port implantation
“pgrading the fluoroscopy equipment and completing two dedicated training courses allowed for a drastic decrease patient exposure to ionizing radiation during venous access port implantation by non-radiologist practitioners” Vallot et al (2024).
Elastomeric infusion pump in OPAT – Full Text
“Outpatient antimicrobial therapy in elastomeric infusion pumps is an alternative in patients requiring prolonged intravenous treatment, and age is not a conditioning factor for inclusion in these programs” Ferro Rodríguez et al (2024).
Standardized hemodialysis-CRBSI definition – Full Text
“There was a substantial level of concordance in overall and service-level reporting of confirmed HD-CRBSI. A standardized endpoint definition of HD-CRBSI resulted in comparable hemodialysis catheter infection rates in Australian and New Zealand kidney services. Consistent endpoint definition could enable reliable benchmarking outside clinical trials without the need for independent clinical adjudication” Catiwa et al (2024).
Fluid balance in patients with septic shock – Full Text
“Non-resuscitation fluids are major contributors to a positive fluid balance within the first 48 hours of resuscitation. A positive fluid balance in the first 24 and 48 hours seems to independently increase the risk of death, while higher amount of nutrition seems protective” de Souza et al (2024).
Subclavian vein CVC in pediatric patients – Full Text
“The aim of this study is to assess our experience in the management of pediatric subclavian vein catheters (SVCs) and to investigate the main risk factors for complications” Jarraya et al (2023).
OPAT osteomyelitis treatment case report – Full Text
“Administration of Cefiderocol via OPAT can present a safe and effective option for treatment of post-traumatic osteomyelitis with multi-drug resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa” Schellong et al (2024).
Infusion phlebitis clinical characteristics – Full Text
“It was determined that PIVC dwell time could be increased by routine surveillance to monitor for phlebitis regularly. It is recommended that education programs for nurses be developed to prevent PIVC-related complications” Ertaş Akyüz and Turan (2024).
ECG PICC tip guidance technology review – Full Text
“This study aimed to compare two ECG techniques, in terms of their tip-position accuracy, puncture site layout, and signal quality” Gullo et al (2024).
Intravenous drug user with retained fractured needles – Full Text
“Here, we report a case of a 46-year-old male with a history of intravenous drug user and chronic forearm wounds, presenting with sepsis. Several retained needles are identified on CT scan, several days postadmission” Phaterpekar et al (2024).
Perioperative fluid management in colorectal surgery – Full Text
“The present review discusses restrictive perioperative fluid protocols within enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) pathways. Standardized definitions of a restrictive or liberal fluid regimen are lacking since they depend on conflicting evidence, institutional protocols, and personal preferences” Deslarzes et al (2024).
Home parenteral nutrition in Italy – Full Text
“This study confirms the importance of setting up and maintaining structured registries to monitor and improve home parenteral nutrition care. Safety outcomes have improved over the years, most likely due to the underlying efficient nursing service” Guglielmi et al (2023).
Neonatatal vascular access study
“Infiltration and extravasation were the most frequent cause of PIVC failure (12%; n = 35). A birth weight less than 1500 g was associated with a significant decrease in PIVC failure (hazard ratio 0.58; 95% CI 0.34-0.99)” McIntyre et al (2023).
Peripheral venous catheter complications in elderly patients
“The main reason for catheter withdrawal was obstruction/malfunctioning (33.3%). Obstruction rate was higher for those inserted in the hand than for those inserted at other sites (55.7% vs. 44.3%, p = 0.045)” Pérez-Granda et al (2024).
Infusion phlebitis assessment and treatment in Spain – Full Text
“The present study aims to determine, at the national level in Spain, the consensus on the assessment, treatment, and follow-up of PVC-related phlebitis and the importance of the actions taken” Torné-Ruiz et al (2024)
Outcomes of difficult PICC insertion
“PICC insertion was successful in both RI and DI patients. Of the analyzed parameters, the number of needle punctures was associated with DI, and complications during the 1-month follow-up were more frequently noted in the DI group” Lisova et al (2024).
Infusion pump innovation
“Many Canadian healthcare institutions regularly undergo a comprehensive re-evaluation of infusion fleets, to modernize infusion delivery for patients across the country. Amid the availability of new technologies with evidence demonstrating their ability to elevate the current standards of care, this article argues for the need for healthcare systems to prepare for, and embrace, change when it comes to new technologies” Edwards (2024).
IV smart pump and electronic medical record integration – Full Text
“Introduction of smart pumps with EMR interoperability resulted in a statistically significant reduction in frequency of variances” Chin et al (2024).
Ultrasound probe cover review – Full Text
“We sought to determine whether the use of sterile-covered transducers (SCT) decreases the rate of contamination when compared to uncovered transducers (UCT) after standard low-level disinfection (LLD)” Estrella et al (2024).
eLearning on central venous access devices – Full Text
“One in four CVADs prematurely fail, which is associated with increased mortality, morbidity and a negative impact on quality of life” McLean et al (2024).