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OPAT pathway for skin and soft tissue infections – Full Text
“A national OPAT SSTI pathway has been successfully developed and rolled out across approximately 91% of the adult population in Scotland, including remote and rural areas. Further work to evaluate use and wider rollout is ongoing” Seaton et al (2026).
Transillumination device for peripheral IV catheter placement in pediatric patients – Full Text
“The findings of this study suggest that the use of transillumination devices has the potential to reduce the total number of PIVC-related complications, reduce perceived pain levels, and reduce the procedural time required for intravenous access” Gümüş et al (2026).
Efficacy of taurolidine lock solution in preventing CRBSI in pediatrics – Full Text
“This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated the efficacy and safety of taurolidine lock solutions in preventing catheter-related bloodstream infections in pediatric patients with central venous access devices” Qin et al (2026).
Video education program on peripheral intravenous catheter maintenance – Full Text
“This study evaluated the effects of quick response (QR) code-based video education on caregivers’ knowledge and attitudes regarding peripheral intravenous catheter (PIVC) maintenance in hospitalized children and on PIVC-related outcomes” Been and Kim (2026).
Impact of neonatal parenteral nutrition duration on CLABSI rates – Full Text
“Longer PN duration was associated with IFALD and CRBSI, although the IFALD association should be interpreted cautiously because PN duration contributes to its operational definition” Zekovic et al (2026).
PICC-related thrombosis and fibroblastic sleeve
“FS is a common but asymptomatic ultrasound finding in cancer patients with PICCs. CRT is less frequent but clinically significant” Nunziata et al (2026).
Nurse-led CLABSI prevention quality improvement initiative
“These efforts led to sustained reductions in standardized infection ratio rates for both CAUTIs and CLABSIs, demonstrating how operational excellence and nursing leadership can improve patient safety and clinical outcomes” Monack et al (2026).
Incidence of PICC-related complications
“The incidence of PICC-related complications was 15.47% (1133/7321), among which catheter dislodgement was the most common (4.69%), followed by catheter occlusions (3.73%), and CASIs (3.25%)” Li et al (2026).
Sherlock assisted PICC tip confirmation was protective against PICC failure – Full Text
“Among Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters successfully inserted, tip confirmation via chest X-ray and catheter-to-vessel ratio between 31%-40% were associated with thrombosis, whereas Sherlock™ confirmation was protective” Saba and Barbosa (2026).
Nurse-led vascular access team in Poland
“A nurse-led PICC insertion pathway embedded within a VAT can be implemented safely and effectively in Poland. High procedural success, sustained catheter patency, and frequent avoidance of planned CICC placement indicate potential clinical and organizational benefits”
Predictors of catheter failure in pediatric long peripheral and midline catheters
“LPCs and MCs allowed completion of intravenous therapy in most pediatric patients. Thrombosis was the most clinically relevant complication. Larger studies are needed to identify predictors of catheter failure and thrombosis” Adalia Rodríguez et al (2026).
CLABSI data inaccuracies
“Most reported cases of CLABSI did not meet the CNISP definition, which underscores the need for standardized interpretation of criteria and education” Kanji et al (2026).
Clinical outcomes of Candida auris infection in a tertiary intensive care unit – Full Text
“C. auris emerged in our ICU after 2023 and was mainly detected in patients with prolonged hospitalization, invasive devices, broad-spectrum antimicrobial exposure, and frequent MDR bacterial co-occurrence” Köşker et al (2026).
CLABSI bundle containing chlorhexidine-impregnated dressings
“A CLABSI bundle that included touch-free, aseptic stethoscope hygiene barriers and chlorhexidine-impregnated dressings was highly effective at decreasing the CLABSI rate” Ragsdale et al (2026).
Optimising central venous catheter tip position in the superior vena cava
“A CT-based body surface landmark approach was associated with improved consistency of appropriate CVC tip placement and enables patient-specific estimation of insertion depth” Kida and Sumitomo (2026).
Catheter-related complications in children with burns
“In children undergoing CVAD placement as a part of burn care, catheter-related complications were infrequent in this cohort managed with a standardized insertion and maintenance approach. These descriptive findings could serve as a basis for future prospective studies” Picconi et al (2026).
Central venous access via open jugular and subclavian ultrasound-guided approaches – Full Text
“Both approaches were generally safe, with no major adverse events observed in either group. Ultrasound-guided subclavian access was associated with a shorter procedure time, whereas hematoma occurred only in the jugular group and catheterization failure and upper-limb edema were seen only in low-weight infants in the subclavian group” Farhadi et al (2026).
Cerebral air embolism after double-lumen catheter removal for plasmapheresis – Full Text
“We report a case of cerebral air embolism occurring following the removal of a double-lumen catheter used for plasmapheresis in a patient with NMOSD” Goo et al (2026).
Evidence-based diagnosis and treatment for central venous thrombosis – Full Text
“Considerable heterogeneity persists across recommendations. Ultrasound is consistently endorsed as the first-line imaging modality, whereas the role of clinical prediction scores and D-dimer remains uncertain because neither has been validated in CRT populations. Catheters should be preserved when functional, correctly positioned, and free from infection” Rosson et al (2026).
Subcutaneous hydration device prototype – Full Text
“The study showed satisfactory performance of the Subcutaneous Hydration Device prototype in a simulated scenario and generated positive satisfaction among nurses. The potential of the Subcutaneous Hydration Device to improve nursing care, especially at home, was highlighted” Thiago et al (2026).
Risk factors for CRBSI-related metastatic infectious complications – Full Text
“Metastatic complications occurred in approximately 9% of CRBSI episodes but were strongly associated with persistent bacteremia, particularly in S. aureus infections” Lanyan et al (2026).
Bedside pharmacist interventions for managing intravenous drug incompatibilities – Full Text
“The high frequency of incompatibilities observed is related to the large number of intravenous medications and the complexity of therapeutic regimens used in intensive care. Bedside pharmacist involvement proved feasible and contributed to safer medication administration practices in these units” de Souza et al (2026).