IV fluid therapy in septic shock – Full Text
“The CLASSIC trial assessed the effects of restrictive versus standard intravenous (IV) fluid therapy in adult intensive care unit (ICU) patients with septic shock” Sivapalan et al (2023).
Arterial catheter care bundle
“The mapping of available evidence strongly supports the use of care bundles to reduce infection in the care of all intravascular devices. However, deficiencies regarding practice concerns about insertion and care of arterial catheters highlight areas for future research with the aim to eliminate the gap in the evidence of studies of care bundles for peripheral arterial catheters” Reynolds et al (2023).
CLABSI rate following prophylactic antibiotic administration
“Despite the frequency of VAD procedures in children, the effectiveness of prophylactic antibiotics for reducing infectious complications is unknown” Papastefan et al (2023).
PICC placement associated anatomy – Full Text
“According to these results, the right arm has a shorter distance from the insertion site to the right atrium, and the left arm has a wider vein diameter, which is advantageous for the procedure” Kim et al (2023).
Implantable port quality-of-life benefits
“Implantable venous access ports may confer significantly improved patient-reported quality-of-life benefits in patients receiving chemotherapy for solid tissue tumors” Chrisanthopoulou et al (2023).
Left brachiocephalic vein stenosis in hemodialysis patients
“LBCV stenosis and occlusion are mainly due to extrinsic compression rather than prior central venous catheterization. Stent implantation is frequently required after venoplasty to treat LBCV obstructive lesions in patients without prior catheterization” Wan et al (2023).
Review of safety engineered peripheral IV catheter with blood control
“Overall, the PIVCBC was acceptable, easy to use, and allowed clinicians to maintain their usual PIVC insertion technique while they felt protected from blood exposure during insertion of the catheter” Yeh et al (2023).
Implantable port yeast infection case study
” We report a case of bloodstream infection related to an implantable venous access port. W. myanmarensis was isolated from patient’s blood after chemotherapy, which was meant to control and heal T-cell lymphoblastic lymphoma” Aminasnafi et al (2023).
Anatomical relationship between internal jugular vein and vertebral artery – Full Text
“This study aims to describe the anatomical relationship between the IJV and the VA using ultrasound imaging in pre-school children in India” Ganesh et al (2023).
Vascular access team development
“Equally as important is that CVAD insertion is performed by an expert, using ultrasound with appropriate training, competency, and procedural volume while utilizing best practices” Bardin-Spencer (2023).
CRBSI risk in patients with intestinal failure
“CRBSIs can still develop despite undergoing prophylactic management. Risk factors for CRBSI include the residual intestinal length, nutritional status, and susceptibility to certain microorganisms” Sakurai et al (2023).
ED peripheral intravenous catheter practice study – Full Text
“The factors that impact ED clinicians’ PIVC Standard adherence are complex and multifactorial. Strategies and interventions are needed to facilitate the implementation of the Standard into daily practice and achieve sustainable behaviour change” Xu et al (2023).
CLABSI two-year surveillance outcomes – Full Text
“The healthcare-associated risk factors such as longer length of ICU stay and prolonged duration of central venous catheterization are the risk factors for developing central line-associated bloodstream infections (BSI)” Maqbool et al (2023).
Simulated intraosseous needle insertion teaching feedback – Full Text
“A total of 23 advanced care paramedics (ACPs) participated in the study and received feedback in the form of KR, KP, and intrinsic feedback while using the intraosseous (IO) access simulator” Micallef et al (2023).
Peripheral venous dilation with dry or wet heat – Full Text
‘There were no significant differences in venous diameter and assessment scores after intervention between the dry hot towel and the hot pack groups, and the effect size was negligible (Cohen’s d < 0.20)" Yasuda et al (2023).
PICC site related skin injury – Full Text
“To investigate the characteristics and risk factors of skin injury in patients with chest tumors who have peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs)” Wang et al (2023).
Intravenous antibiotic stability at room temperature
“There is much research interest in prolonged and continuous infusions (collectively, extended infusions) of beta-lactams to improve patient outcomes, particularly in critically ill patients in intensive care” Jenkins et al (2023).
Central line insertion and maintenance support team
‘During the program’s first 3 years, the proportion of insertion-related central line-associated bloodstream infections occurring in areas within the team’s scope declined overall by 47%” Summerlin-Long et al (2023).
Needlestick injury prevention study – Full Text
“These results determined the importance of the factors affecting the occurrence of needlestick injuries. These findings can be useful for planning preventive measures” Mousavi et al (2023).
CRBSI rates in Northern Italy
“Tunneled central venous catheter (tCVCs) is a vascular access frequently employed in hemodialysis patients. Catheter-related bloodstream infections (CRBSI) are potentially life-threatening complications” Mandolfo et al (2023).
Phlebotomy procedural pain prevention
“To determine the effect of flippits versus virtual reality on pain, fear and satisfaction among children during phlebotomy” Abdelaal Mohamed and Mohamed (2023).
Haptic guidance in ultrasound-guided needle-insertion
“These studies show that both types of haptic feedback are promising for helping the user keep the ultrasound probe steady during ultrasound-assisted needle insertion tasks. Survey results indicated that users preferred the pneumatic system over the vibrotactile system” Raitor et al (2023).
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Sedating infants during CICC placement – Full Text
“The aim of this study is to evaluate the efficacy of the combination of ketamine and fentanyl during the CICC placement procedure” D’Andrea et al (2023).
Peripheral IV cannulation video recorded performance evaluation – full Text
“This randomised control trial will investigate whether this pedagogical approach, using video modelling and self-evaluation, will positively influence students’ knowledge, confidence and performance in the skill of peripheral intravenous cannulation” Hernon et al (2023).
Serious neonatal PICC complications – Full Text
“The abrupt onset of hemodynamic instability without an obvious cause in any neonate with PICC in situ should raise suspicion of pleural or pericardial effusions. Timely diagnosis through bedside ultrasound, and prompt aggressive intervention are critical” Zareef et al (2023).
CVAD survey in haematology centres in Australia and New Zealand – Full Text
“We conducted an online, anonymous cross-sectional survey of practice regarding CVAD management in haematology centres among clinicians in Australia and New Zealand” Yuen et al (2023).
Needlestick injuries during large-scale vaccination initiatives – Full Text
“We determined the incidence of needle stick injuries (NIs) from the SARS-CoV-2 vaccination brigades in the Monterrey metropolitan area” Moran-González et al (2023).
Umbilical catheter placement aided by coronary guidewires – Full Text
“We are confident that using coronary guidewire as a guiding tool during catheterization of the umbilical vessels is a rapid and safe method” Gendera et al (2023).
Extravasation detection technology review 2023 – Full Text
“In this review article, we have shed light on both physiological and engineering points of view of extravasation and its detection approaches. This review provides an overview on the most recent and relevant technologies that can help in the early detection of extravasation” Hirata et al (2023).
Peripheral IV catheter-related bacteraemia – Full Text
“In conclusion, even though the risk of developing PVC-related BSI in patients admitted to medical wards may seem low, complications of PVC-related BSI are severe, and the associated mortality remains high” Drugeon et al (2023).
Intraosseous access for trauma resuscitation – Full Text
“We focused on severe trauma patients and conducted a systematic review to evaluate the efficacy and efficiency of intraosseous (IO) access compared to intravenous (IV) access for trauma resuscitation in prehospital care” Wang et al (2023).
Continuous ampicillin-sulbactam infusion in critically ill patients – Full Text
“The described dosing regimen for ampicillin/sulbactam is safe with respect to the defined MIC breakpoints for ampicillin, and continuous subtherapeutic concentration is unlikely” Passon et al (2023).
CLABSI questionnaire validation – Full Text
“The CLABSI-KAP-Q is shown to be valid and reliable and recommended for use in clinical practice” Dang et al (2023).
Central venous catheter-related thrombosis daily assessment
“CRT is a frequent complication. It can occur as soon as the CVC is placed and mostly during the first week following catheterization. Half of the thromboses are small but one-third are extensive. They are often non-progressive and may be resolved after CVC removal” Wu et al (2023).
Intravenous antibiotic preparation
“This study showed that it took 83 experienced nurses 73.6 (SD 25.0) seconds to prepare an amoxicillin injection using the Ecoflac Connect needle-free connector compared with 110.0 (SD 34.6) seconds using the standard needle and syringe method, saving 36 seconds per dose on average, reducing the time taken by one-third” Clark (2023).
Effect of immersive virtual reality on venipuncture pain and anxiety – Full Text
“Emerging evidence suggests that providing procedural information and distraction using immersive virtual reality (IVR) may reduce pain and anxiety among children undergoing needle-related procedures” Wong et al (2023).
Caregiver independence with central line care at home
“Home caregivers (eg parents) of pediatric patients with cancer with external central lines (CL) must carefully maintain this device to prevent complications” Wong et al (2023).
Real-time ultrasound-guided subclavian vein cannulation
“Real-time ultrasound-guided subclavian vein cannulation is safer and more efficient than a landmark approach” Zawadka et al (2023).
PICC-related skin injuries
“The risk factors for skin injuries remain poorly understood in cancer patients with peripherally inserted central catheters (PICC). We herein aimed at exploring the effect of clinical factors on the risk of PICC-related skin injuries” Wang et al (2023).
Midline catheter for high-risk medications
“Due to the low rates of extravasation in midline catheters found in this study, midline catheters may serve as viable alternatives to central venous catheters for the infusion of vasopressor medications and should be considered by practitioners as a route of infusion in critically ill patients” Matthew (2022).
Implantable port-associated thrombosis in pediatric oncology patients – Full Text
“The application of totally implantable access ports (TIAPs) reduces treatment-related discomfort; however, the existence of catheter may cause side effects, with the most common one being the occurrence of TIAPs-associated thrombosis” Lan et al (2023).
Umbilical vein catheter insertion simulator
“A hybrid simulator was developed for eUVC insertion. Participants were satisfied with this model, which was realistic, reproducible, easy to use, inexpensive, and facilitated an understanding of the anatomy and performance of all steps for successful eUVC insertion” Ghazali et al (2022).
Best intravenous access in experimental surgery
“Despite the observed complications the VAP is suitable as permanent intravenous access in pigs used for surgical experiments. This method helps to minimize the stress of the animals in the postoperative period and to reduce the number of experimental animals” Pálek et al (2022).
Cyanoacrylate glue improves IV dressing strength
“It was determined that using OBCA to bond the transparent dressing to the substrate results in strengthening the adhesion strength of the transparent dressing, which could potentially reduce dressing complications” Zhang et al (2023).
Implantable port removal complications
“Complications after removal of totally implanted vascular access devices. (TIVADs) have not been studied widely. The aim of this study was to assess the prevalence and risk factors of these complications” Gennequin et al (2023).
CVC tip malposition in mammary vein – Full Text
“We describe a case of left internal jugular central venous access with rare malpositioning into the internal mammary vein” Koziatek et al (2023).
IV robot with near-infrared vision
“This paper presents a decoupled position and attitude venipuncture robot guided by near-infrared vision and force feedback to replace manual venipuncture” He et al (2023).
Detection of insulin infusion site failure
“IIS failures are frequent and unpredictable, typically require hyperglycemia for detection, and are associated with negative perceptions. More should be done toward preventing IIS failures and/or detecting them sooner” Hughes et al (2023).
Safe injection and infusion practice review outcome – Full Text
“During the pre-intervention period, non-compliance was mainly seen with the following elements: aseptic technique (79%), rubber septum disinfected with alcohol (66%), labelling of all IV lines and medications with date and time (83%), compliance with multidose-vial policy (77%), use of multidose vials for single patient (84%), safe disposal of sharps (84%), using trays instead of clothing/pockets to carry medications (81%)” Kottapalli et al (2023).
CLABSI patient outcomes after emergency department admission – Full Text
“Our findings suggest that CRBSI after central line insertion in the emergency department is common and associated with poor outcomes. Infection prevention and management measures to reduce CRBSI incidence are essential to improve clinical outcomes” Ahn et al (2023).
Continuous infusion of beta-lactam antibiotics – Full Text
“Beta-lactam CI can play a role in patients receiving OPAT for severe chronic/difficult-to-treat infections, but additional data are needed to clarify its optimal use” Roberts et al (2023).
Mindfulness intervention before pediatric venipuncture – Full Text
“The intervention did not reduce child pain or fear but reduced parent distress. It appeared most helpful for parents catastrophizing about their child’s pain, which is noteworthy as these children are prone to worse outcomes” Moline et al (2022).