Clinical outcomes associated with extended piperacillin-tazobactam infusion – Full Text
“Hospital-wide implementation of EI TZP was associated with lower odds of 14-day mortality and incidence of C. difficile infection with cost savings at our institution” Chan et al (2023).
Start-up delays with syringe infusion pumps used for microinfusion – Full Text
“With the aim to reduce start-up delays, this study compared fluid delivery during start-up of syringe infusion pumps without venting, with ambient pressure venting, and with central venous pressure (CVP)-adjusted venting” Weiss et al (2023).
Stability of aciclovir in elastomeric infusion devices
“Aciclovir solution can be given as a continuous 24-hour infusion for OPAT services at a concentration range of 200-2400 mg in 240 mL in Accufuser and Easypump II elastomeric devices following 14 days storage at room temperature, protected from light” Sime et al (2023).
Peripheral vein trauma in patients undergoing antineoplastic chemotherapy
“This study has provided accurate clinical indicators of vascular trauma in antineoplastic chemotherapy patients. These results can contribute to establishing interventions, thereby reducing costs and maximizing health outcomes in this population” Lima et al (2023).
Human exposure to micro plastics during IV infusion – Full Text
“Herein, we developed comprehensive analytical methods to detect polyvinyl chloride (PVC) MNPs down to 20 nm, and found about 0.52 μg equal to 105-1011 particles of PVC-MNPs released from intravenous infusion products (IVIPs) during each intravenous infusion of 250 mL injection” Li et al (2023).
Patients lived experiences of parenteral nutrition
“The identified themes provide a broader understanding of contemporary shared lived experiences and concerns relevant to PN consumers and their caregivers” Barrera et al (2023).
Intravenous fluid management in pediatric trauma patients
“We present a validated algorithm for intravenous fluid management in pediatric trauma patients that focuses on the de-escalation of fluids. Focusing on this time point of fluid therapy will help minimize iatrogenic complications of crystalloid fluids within this patient population” Duron et al (2023).
Cost-effectiveness of taurolidine-citrate IV lock
“Taurolidine-citrate in the primary prevention of catheter-related bloodstream infections in chronic intestinal failure patients on home parenteral nutrition is associated with reduced hospital costs and infection rates” Williams et al (2023).
Relationship between hemodialysis catheter tip design and catheter dysfunction
“Hemodialysis catheter dysfunction is an important problem for patients with kidney failure. The optimal design of the tunneled catheter tip is unknown. This study evaluated the association of catheter tip design with the duration of catheter function” Lazarus et al (2023).
Underreporting of needlestick injuries – Full Text
“The purpose of this research is to examine the epidemiology of NSIs and NSI underreporting, as well as to identify the determinants associated with the occurrence of NSIs and the underreporting of such injuries” Tonghui et al (2023).
Management of UEDVT in cancer patients
“In symptomatic patients, venous ultrasound is the most appropriate choice for first-line diagnostic imaging of CRT because it is noninvasive, and its diagnostic performance is high (which is not the case in asymptomatic patients)” Elias et al (2023).
Intravenous iron formulations in adults
“Based on the preponderance of published evidence, intravenous iron should be moved up-front for the treatment of iron deficiency and iron deficiency anemia in those conditions in which oral iron is suboptimal” Van Doren et al (2023).
CVC insertion simulation training to reduce skill decay
“A program of LDHF simulation training is an important activity in meeting the continuing education/training needs of CRNAs in improving and retaining CVC insertion proficiency” Olson et al (2023).
Management of catheter-related upper extremity deep vein thrombosis
“Our study demonstrated a relatively low rate of recurrent VTE and moderate rate of major bleeding events within the first 3 months in patients with cancer and catheter-related upper extremity DVT” Wang and Kou (2023).
Peripheral venous catheter bloodstream infections – Full Text
“We investigated catheter-related BSIs in Switzerland and found peripheral venous catheter (PVC) BSI incidence increased during 2021–2022 compared with 2020” Zanella et al (2023).
How effective is a sternal intraosseous device
“Sternal-IO access was successful in nearly 80% of attempts. The indications for sternal-IO placement among civilians require further evaluation compared with IV and extremity IO access” Hynes et al (2023).
Peripheral blood cultures in children with cancer
“The proportion of bloodstream infections detected only through peripheral BC was 24%, higher than previously reported, not due to sample volume. We recommend obtaining peripheral as well CVC BC in children with FN” Sarquis et al (2023).
PICC securement with cyanoacrylate glue
“In this study, we aimed to investigate the usefulness of cyanoacrylate glue (CG) in managing peripherally inserted central venous catheters in adults” Kurata et al (2023).
Dedicated CLABSI prevention registered nurse role
“An expert trained role dedicated to central line management reduces CLABSI occurrences, reduces healthcare costs, and improves patient outcomes” Star et al (2023).
Peripheral IV catheter care standards – Full Text
“The present review mapped the evidence about the insertion and maintenance of peripheral venous catheters that can be improved with training of good practices and the quality of the team, regarding the use of tools, materials and instruments for the evaluation of care” Costa et al (2023).
Sharps injuries within the healthcare student population
“More research is needed on the extent of sharps injuries in healthcare students in European countries and the UK as well as on their physical and psychological effects. Education and training in sharps use and disposal are essential” Hambridge (2023).
Central catheter CLABSI salvage
“The incidence rate of CLABSIs in an expert HPN centre remains low. In case of CLABSIs, according to specific protocol, approximately 50% of CVC were removed immediately (essentially due to bacteriological characteristics). In case of CLABSIs and without initial complication, 80% of CVCs can be maintained at 3 months. These results justify a conservative attitude according to standardized protocol” Cohen et al (2023).
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Treatment of dogs with vincristine extravasation injury – Full Text
“It was concluded that autologous platelet-rich plasma treatment is a simple and cost-effective method for the treatment of VS extravasation-related acute full-thickness skin wounds” Boztok Ozgermen (2023).
Barriers to Point-of-Care Ultrasound in Anesthesiology
“A significant increase in desire for POCUS training was seen among anesthesiologists practicing in the Veterans Affairs healthcare system since 2015, and lack of training continues to be a top barrier for POCUS use among anesthesiologists” Remskar et al (2023).
Cather-related Aspergillus Fungemia case report
“True aspergillemia is infrequent even in the setting of disseminated aspergillosis among immunocompromised patients and the presence of aspergillemia does not necessarily portend more severe clinical disease course” Kaur and de St Maurice (2023).
Totally implantable venous access port insertion – Full Text
“The aim of this work was to describe the early and late success rates of cephalic vein cut down (CVC) in the implantation of totally implantable venous access ports (TIVAP) for chemotherapy treatment in oncological patients” Vélez (2023).
Y-site compatibility of obstetric IV drugs
“Therefore, this study focuses on Y-site compatibility. Since different conditions between clinical and laboratory settings can lead to discrepancies in results, a novel approach for drug intravenous compatibility testing was designed to reflect clinical conditions” Leeuwerik et al (2023).
PICC line monitoring in hospitals
“Awareness campaigns on the subject of dressing repair and pulsed rinsing were carried out, and nurses were invited to attend training sessions in the form of practical work on PICC care” Fersing et al (2023).
Central venous catheter-associated superior vena cava syndrome – Full Text
“This report describes a case of a 70-year-old male with an implantable central venous port, due to previous neoplastic disease, as the cause of the SVCS” Silva Araújo et al (2023).
Prevention of accidental catheter dislodgement – Full Text
“The safety release valve is used to prevent accidental catheter dislodgement, limit tubing contamination, and avoid more serious complications while maintaining a functional catheter” Moureau (2023).
Cancer-associated thrombosis management – Full Text
“In this article, we review the prior and recent landmark studies that have directed the treatment of cancer-associated thrombosis, and discuss specific factors that affect management as well as future treatment considerations” Ramcharitar et al (2023).
Fluoroscopy and CT guided translumbar tunneled dialysis catheter – Full text
“To minimize the risk of complications caused by a translumbar central venous access, we hereby present a hybrid approach with CT-guided translumbar access of the inferior vena cava followed by a conventional implantation of the permanent central venous catheter” Rathod et al (2023).
Hepatitis B infection among healthcare students – Full Text
“This study assessed the knowledge, attitudes, and practices toward HBV among Jordanian healthcare students and its associated factors” Alaridah et al (2023).
Child experience of difficult venous access – Full Text
“Multiple attempts to insert a peripheral intravenous catheter are a source of substantial distress for children/young people, leading to treatment avoidance” Sharp et al (2023).
Persistent left SVC case study – Full Text
“We present a case of left internal jugular (IJ) triple lumen catheter (TLC) placement for life-saving vasopressors, which appeared to be in the left mediastinum after a confirmed chest X-ray. After correlation with a previous MRI of the heart with and without contrast, duplication of the superior vena cava (SVC), also known as persistent left SVC (PLSVC)” Idries et al (2023).
ICU Medical recalls replacement batteries for Plum 360 – Plum A+ – Plum A+3 infusion systems – Full Report
“ICU Medical is recalling replacement batteries for the Plum 360, Plum A+, and Plum A+3 Infusion Systems because a manufacturing defect has substantially diminished how long they can be used to run the system” FDA (2023).
Cardiac tamponade following central venous catheter placement – Full Text
“Cardiac tamponade has been described as a rare complication of central venous catheter placement with an incidence in adults as low as less than 1% but with significantly high mortality of more than 60%” Messina Alvarez et al (2023).
Central catheter-related Gordonia bronchialis bacteremia – Full Text
“This article reports an acute myeloid leukemia (AML) case in which the patient developed febrile neutropenia and was later found to have Gordonia bronchialis (G. bronchialis) CLABSI” Alnajjar et al (2023).
Prevention of hemodialysis CRBSI
“We aimed to determine whether multifaceted quality improvement interventions in hemodialysis units can prevent hemodialysis catheter-related bloodstream infections (HDCRBSI)” Lazarus et al (2023).
Removal of stuck implantable port catheter
“Port-based central venous catheters may remain indwelling for years with subsequent fibrosis resulting in a “stuck” catheter. At time of removal, this can lead to complications such as catheter fracture or require additional operative techniques for safe extraction” Urevick et al (2023).
Central catheter fragment caused ventricular fibrillation – Full Text
“Physicians failed to remove the foreign body using catheter therapy, and ventricular fibrillation occurred repeatedly. After induction of general anesthesia, the fractured catheter was removed surgically” Takahashi et al (2023).
Thromboembolism risk factors in children with CVC
“The findings of this study provide new insights on risk factor differences between CRT and non-CRT. Prevention efforts should be directed at modifying the type of CVC, insertion location and/or number of CVCs placed if possible, to decrease the incidence of CRT” Jaffray et al (2023).
Arterial injuries following central venous catheterization
“Inadvertent supra-aortic arterial injuries during central venous catheterization can lead to devastating outcomes. These have been traditionally been managed with open repair or covered stent placement; only recently have percutaneous closure been incorporated into the management of these iatrogenic arterial injuries” Kania et al (2023).
Review of paramedic insertion of peripheral intravenous catheters
“This is the first Australian state-wide study to report unused paramedic-inserted PIVC rates. As 44% remained unused, clinical indications guidelines and intervention studies to reduce PIVC insertion are warranted” Golling et al (2023).
CLABSI in patients with hematologic malignancy receiving parenteral nutrition
“PN was not associated with increased risk of CLABSI in a sample of patients with hematologic malignancy with central venous catheters when adjusting for cancer type, duration of neutropenia, and catheter days” Lazarow et al (2023).
Survey of oncology pharmacy practice in the United States – Full Text
“These results describe the practice landscape of oncology pharmacy at US healthcare institutions to serve as a foundation for future research evaluating metrics and benchmarks” Griffin et al (2023).
Short axis in-plane ultrasound-guided for internal jugular vein access
“The short axis in-plane view technique for central venous line placements allows for real-time US-guided needle venipuncture with simultaneous visualization of surrounding structures” Cheong et al (2023).
Nurses experience of CVAD-related thrombosis in hospitalized children
“The purpose of this study was to elaborate on the level and influencing factors of pediatric nurses’ knowledge, attitude, and practice on the prevention related to CRT in hospitalized children” Tian et al (2023).
Central venous catheter type overview
“This review gives a basic overview of the differences of CVC catheters including PICCs, Hickman-catheters and port-catheters along with the criteria for CVC selection” Kehagias et al (2023).
Catheter-related UEDVT recurrence in cancer patients
“Catheter-related thrombosis (CRT) occurs in approximately 2-6% of cancer patients. We conducted a single-center retrospective study to assess the rate of venous thromboembolism (VTE) recurrence in cancer patients; 200 patients were included” Hakem et al (2023).
Vascular access device options in breast cancer patients – Full Text
“The aim of this study was to assess the cost-effectiveness of three catheters for long-term chemotherapy in breast cancer patients” Chen et al (2023).
Hand motion analysis associated with ultrasound-guided procedures
“To evaluate the ability of hand motion analysis using conventional and new motion metrics to differentiate between operators of varying levels of experience for central venous access (CVA) and liver biopsy (LB)” Weinstein et al (2023).