Health care student attitudes to transfusion refusal by patients – Full Text
“This study investigates the opinions of master’s students in nursing and midwifery regarding the attitudes of Jehovah’s Witnesses towards refusing blood transfusions” Domaradzki et al (2024).
Comparison of fungal and bacterial infections in ITU – Full Text
“To investigate the impact of fungal infections among critically ill patients with advanced liver disease, and compare outcomes to those of patients with bacterial infections” Khan et al (2024).
Thirty years experience with plasma for transfusion medicine – Full Text
“Appropriate use of plasma transfusion is key in patient blood management to adequately restore hemostatic function and impact subsequent blood component requirements” Racine-Brzostek et al (2024).
CLABSI rates among hemodialysis patients – Full Text
“In conclusion, the incidence of catheter-related bloodstream infection among patients on hemodialysis was high with gram-negative predominance. Early fistula must be planned to reduce the duration of temporary vascular access” Weldetensae et al (2023).
Outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy service overview – Full Text
“Properly governed outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy (OPAT) services embed the principles of antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) (including use of early oral therapy) and support admission avoidance and early discharge for a growing range of patient groups with complex infections through well-organized multidisciplinary team working” Seaton and Gilchrist (2024).
ECG PICC tip placement prevents aberrant catheter position – Full Text
“We evaluated the feasibility of catheter detection in the right atrial cavity using transthoracic echocardiography (TTE) during PICC placement” Jung et al (2024).
SVC syndrome attributed to occlusion from subclavian catheter – Full Text
“This case sheds light on the evolving etiology of SVC syndrome and highlights the uncommon but potentially fatal occurrence of hemoptysis as a complication” Usman et al (2024).
Neonatal calcinosis cutis post IV calcium gluconate administration – Full Text
“This report has highlighted the importance of monitoring neonates treated with calcium gluconate who may develop skin rashes or nodules due to calcinosis cutis” Hetaimish (2024).
Ultrasound-guided subclavian venous catheterization – Full Text
“Ultrasound-guided infraclavicular subclavian vein catheterization can be easily and safely integrated into daily clinical practice, with high success rates and low complication rates” Žarskus et al (2023).
Catheter flushing and locking technique research – Full Text
“We expect that the trial will generate findings that can provide an evidence-based basis for the improvement and optimization of clinical catheter flushing techniques” Li et al (2024).
Iatrogenic skin injuries in neonates – Full Text
“Diaper dermatitis, PCFRSIs, MDRPIs, and MARSIs were the four common types of iatrogenic skin injuries in newborns. The various types of iatrogenic skin injuries were influenced by varying factors. Specialized nursing measurements can reduce the likelihood of these injuries” Ji et al (2024).
CLABSI microbiology case study in a renal transplant patient – Full Text
“We report a case of Gordonia spp. bacteraemia in a renal transplant patient and present a literature review on microbiological identification methods of this organism” Lo et al (2023).
Virtual reality for pain management in pediatric patients – Full Text
“Our findings suggested a beneficial effect of VR during painful vascular access procedures. Limited data are available on the reduction of anxiety in children with cancer” Comparcini et al (2023).
Peripheral IV cannula utilisation in the ED – Full Text
“More than half of PIVCs placed in the ED were unnecessary in this study. This suggests that clinical decision making about the benefits and risks of PIVC insertion is not being performed on an individual basis” Willis et al (2024).
PICC administered intravenous gene therapy – Full Text
“Recently, we had a case where OA was administered directly into the right atrium via a peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) instead of a peripheral line, as recommended” Pitarch Castellano et al (2024).
Intraosseous line placement training using an escape room environment – Full Text
“Participating in a single escape room session significantly increased resident self-efficacy. Residents strongly preferred the escape room format over a traditional procedural skills workshop” Huang et al (2024).
Integrated home dialysis model – Full Text
“In this review, we will examine the conceptual advantages and disadvantages of integrated home dialysis, present the evidence that underlies it, identify challenges that prevent its success and finally, propose solutions to increase its adoption” Desbiens et al (2024).
Safety of external jugular vein cannulation – Full Text
“Our study showed the feasibility and safety of EJV cannulation for surgical patients with difficult IV access or those who need additional large-bore IV access during surgery” Ju et al (2023).
Antibiotic stewardship in critically ill patients – Full Text
“Quality improvement actions focused primarily on antimicrobial management and prevention of healthcare-associated infection are feasible and have the potential to decrease antibiotic use and healthcare-associated infection rates” Custódio et al (2024).
PICC malposition into the azygos vein
“However, complications such as incorrect placement into the azygos vein can result in significant health issues. A thorough understanding of these aspects is crucial to enhance the safety and effectiveness of PICC procedures, thereby improving patient care outcomes” Luo et al (2024).
Intravenous extravasation injuries in children
“The incidence of extravasation at the study institution remained low, with the medications involved being similar to those reported in the literature and the majority of patients having mild outcomes” Devsi et al (2024).
Analysis of smart pump event logs – Full Text
“This study provides clinicians with insights into the specific types of infusion that warrant more intense observation or proactive management of intravenous access; additionally, it can offer valuable information regarding the average duration of uninterrupted infusions that can be expected in these care areas” Kia et al (2024).
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Diagnostic accuracy of positive blood culture – Full Text
“In conclusion, improving the overall diagnostic process with ASP and ID consultations at cancer centers could lead to the optimization of patient care” Itoh et al (2024).
Drug compatibility with IV infusion containers – Full Text
“The aim was to systematically compare the drug compatibility with various closed intravenous (i.v.) infusion containers, to provide a reference for selecting a relatively superior infusion container and improve the medication safety for patients in clinical practice” Zhu et al (2024).
Venous thromboembolism management in people with cystic fibrosis
“Nine PwCF with a total of 12 unique VTE episodes were included in the study, with all but one episode associated with a peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC)” Abbinanti et al (2023).
Tunnelled central venous catheters in haemodialysis patients
“Reasons for use of T-CVC are varied and poorly understood. A significant and increasing proportion of incident haemodialysis patients in Victoria, Australia have required T-CVC over the last decade” Steinberg et al (2023).
Automated algorithms for CLABSI surveillance – Full Text
“This study aimed to develop and validate fully-automated surveillance algorithms for CVC-BSI” Karmefors Idvall et al (2024).
Implantable port infection risk
“In many patients with port infection, the ports are removed because antibiotics are ineffective. We evaluated the risk factors associated with port removal due to port infection” Hara et al (2024).
Hemodialysis in patients with superior vena cava syndrome
“Superior vena cava syndrome in hemodialysis patients resulting from previous or current use of a tunneled central vein catheter is a rare but potentially severe condition” D’Amico et al (2024).
Reduction of blood culture contamination rates
“In response to the surge of the Omicron variant, we adjusted our PPE protocol from January 2022. This study aimed to evaluate the impact of the simplified PPE policy on blood culture contamination rates” Park et al (2024).
Isopropanol leakage from antiseptic barrier caps
“Needleless connectors (NCs) can be disinfected using antiseptic barrier caps (ABCs) to reduce the risk of catheter-related bloodstream infections. However, recent evidence suggests that isopropanol can leak from the ABC into the NC, posing concern about their safe use” Boissière et al (2024).
Impact of blood culture contamination on antibiotic use – Full Text
“Blood culture contamination (BCC) has been associated with prolonged antibiotic use (AU) and increased health care utilization; however, this has not been widely reevaluated in the era of increased attention to antibiotic stewardship” Schinkel et al (2023).
Correction of PICC malposition
“US-guidance can help reduce catheter malposition during bedside PICC insertion. Patients with risk factors such as multiple previous central vein insertions, failed peripheral line insertions, left arm insertion, or high BMI should undergo thorough sonographic evaluation of the arm vessels to prevent malposition” Jang et al (2023).
Anticancer drug infusion with disposable pumps
“This study aimed to determine effects of constant infusion with a chemically-driven pump on plasma drug concentrations compared to elastomeric pumps” Lee and Lee (2023).
Needleless connector disinfection procedure – Full Text
“This study aimed to verify the efficacy of disinfection procedures to reduce Acinetobacter baumannii blaOXA-23 bacterial load in needleless connectors that had been experimentally contaminated” Biazus-Dalcin et al (2024).
IV flush solution for peripheral IV catheters in children – Full Text
“To conduct a meta-analysis to evaluate the role of heparin versus normal saline lock in the care of peripheral intravenous catheters” Zhang et al (2024).
CLABSI related complications – Full Text
“This 2-year retrospective single-center study of patients with CRBIs from a tertiary care hospital examined the hematogenous complications associated with CRBIs according to patient characteristics, central venous catheter (CVC) types, and causative bacteria” Carolle Ngo Bell et al (2024).
PICC thrombosis risk factors – Full Text
“Patients with PICC placements have a higher risk of thrombosis, citric acid, blood flow, platelet count and frailty are the main risk factors” Gao et al (2024).
CLABSI criteria in pediatric oncology patients – Full Text
“The aim of this study was to investigate the applicability of the central line-associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI) criteria of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in pediatric oncology patients” van den Bosch et al (2024).
Contrast media extravasation study
“Main risk factors for CM extravasation are female, diabetes, venous thrombosis, multi-site angiography, and injection rate ≥ 3 mL/s” Liu et al (2024).
Midline catheters in neonatal intensive care
“The purpose of this article is to present the advantages and disadvantages of MPCs as an alternative approach for venous access in neonates when appropriate” Sykes et al (2024).
Needlestick injury and HIV infection risk – Full Text
“The current CDC recommendations for HIV infection treatment are antiretroviral therapies, such as an HIV postexposure prophylaxis regimen, which consists of a cocktail of antiretrovirals and postexposure prophylaxis immediately for occupational exposures, such as accidental needlestick exposure from an HIV infected patient” Abadie et al (2024).
CVC insertion in patients at increased risk of bleeding
“In this study we demonstrated that the application of the GAVeCeLT suggested bundle can minimize the number of bleeding complications even in patients hospitalized in Internal Medicine Units” Mumoli et al (2024).
Rapid platelet and red cell administration
“Our study suggested that mixing ABO-incompatible platelets with RBCs in a rapid infuser does not induce in vitro hemolysis. These findings support the use of rapid infusers regardless of platelet compatibility in support of hemostatic resuscitation” Jung et al (2024).
Prevention of amiodarone-related phlebitis
“The 15-min cold application was found to be effective in terms of the rate of phlebitis development, phlebitis grade and time of phlebitis development” Okyay and Basak (2024).
Pediatric central venous access device lock solutions
“Chelating agents and antibiotic locks may be effective for CVAD-associated BSI prevention in pediatrics. Thrombolytic agents can be an option for CVAD occlusion prevention, whereas ethanol may not be recommended” Takashima et al (2024).
Optimal central venous catheter insertion depth – Full Text
“This prospective observational study investigated the optimal insertion depth of the central venous catheter through the right internal jugular vein using transesophageal echocardiography” Lee et al (2024).
Internal jugular central venous catheter tip confirmation
“This study aimed to determine the feasibility and accuracy of using the central venous pressure (CVP) waveform to confirm the placement of internal jugular CVCs” Chua et al (2023).
Evolution of ultrasound in anesthesia
“This article explores the evolving role of ultrasound technology in anesthesia. Ultrasound emerged decades ago, offering clinicians noninvasive, economical, radiation-free, and real-time imaging capabilities” Harutyunyan et al (2024).
IV push medication cost-effectiveness
“Based upon our modeling calculations, switching certain medication administration routes to IVP can have significant impacts on cost, with an estimated cost savings of about $47,000 every six months” Hayward et al (2024).
Implantable port infection and complication rates
“Double-lumen chest ports are associated with increased risk for bloodstream infection, malfunction, fibrin sheath formation, catheter tip malposition, and catheter-associated thrombosis” Kozlowski et al (2024).
IV access for out-of-hospital cardiac arrest – Full Text
“The PARAMEDIC-3 trial will provide key information on the clinical and cost-effectiveness of drug route in out-of-hospital cardiac arrest” Couper et al (2023).