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Self-administered OPAT in patients with osteomyelitis – Full Text
“The objective of this paper is to compare outcomes for patients treated with healthcare administered Outpatient Parenteral Antimicrobial Therapy (H-OPAT) versus S-OPAT (self-administered antibiotics) for the treatment of foot osteomyelitis” Tarricone et al (2026).
Virtual reality during PICC and PICC-PORT placement – Full Text
“Virtual reality (VR) has emerged as a non-pharmacological intervention capable of modulating attentional and emotional responses during medical procedures; however, evidence in adult oncology patients undergoing vascular access placement remains scarce” Camuccio et al (2026).
Long-term vascular access complications – Full Text
“Tunneled PICC offers significant advantages in reducing complications and improving perioperative performance. These findings suggest that tunneled PICC may be a valuable option for cancer patients” Ren et al (2026).
Barriers to neonatal vascular access advances – Full Text
“Neonatal care has advanced rapidly in scientific knowledge, technology and precision over recent decades. Yet daily bedside practice does not always reflect this trajectory. The reasons are complex and multifactorial, but include resistance to change by practitioners and their organisations” van Rens et al (2026).
Subcutaneous hydration in cognitively impaired patients – Full Text
“SC hydration has many advantages and few disadvantages for those with mild-to-moderate dehydration and cognitive impairment who need parenteral hydration. It should, in our opinion, always be considered in this population. It is important, however, that ease of use does not lead to overuse, especially where low-intake dehydration may represent part of the natural course of advanced illness” Danielsen et al (2026).
Fixation of long-term central venous catheters – Full Text
“We describe a simple securing suture designed to prevent the accidental dislodgement of long-term, Dacron-cuffed tunneled central venous catheters during the interval before fibrous ingrowth fixes the cuff” Oh et al (2026).
Catheter-related thrombosis in oncology patients – Full Text
“Available evidence suggests substantial variability in thrombosis incidence across catheter types, with generally higher rates observed in PICCs compared with implantable ports” Kania et al (2026).
Securement of peripheral intravenous catheters on moist skin – Full Text
“It was the aim of this study to compare the force required to dislodge a PIVC with four different methods of securing PIVCs used in emergency medicine. In addition, the costs were calculated” Vogeler et al (2026).
Management of arterial catheters in intensive care – Full Text
“This review highlights variation in the strength and directness of evidence underpinning AC guideline recommendations, particularly in areas of AC management. Careful consideration of indication, avoidance of unnecessary insertion, and timely removal remain important strategies to minimise AC-associated harm” Pearse et al (2026).
High-dose continuous antibiotic infusion via elastomeric pump
“We evaluated the pharmacokinetics of continuous infusion piperacillin/tazobactam (16 g/2 g daily) in a 13-year-old male with situs inversus and chronic otitis media transitioned from hospital-based electronic infusion to home-based Outpatient Parenteral Antimicrobial Therapy (OPAT) using elastomeric pumps” Mariani et al (2026).
Strategies for safe ultrasound needle tip visualization
“In-plane (IP) ultrasound-guided venipuncture is widely used for its recognized advantages, including improved needle tip identification and a shallower puncture angle, which enhances echogenicity, reduces posterior wall injury, and facilitates guidewire insertion” Bianchini and Zangheri (2026).
Halftime intravenous hyperhydration practices in sports games
“To assess current pregame (PIVFH) and halftime intravenous fluid hyperhydration (HIVFH) practices, protocols, indications, complications, and perceived efficacy in National Collegiate Athletic Association Football Bowl Subdivision (NCAA-FBS) football players” Schultz et al (2026).
Postoperative complications of arm ports – Full Text
“Currently, investigations specifically predicting the risk of arm port-related complications in gynecological oncology patients are limited. The advances of precision medicine warrant the development of individualized risk prediction tools to optimize clinical decision-making” Su et al (2026).
Dermatology and OPAT survey – Full Text
“To study whether intravenous antibiotics are being used in HS treatment in the UK and to explore the experiences of dermatologists and outpatient parenteral antibiotic therapy (OPAT) teams with intravenous antibiotics” Lam et al (2026).
Central venous thrombosis missed by point-of-care ultrasound – Full Text
“Formal imaging later that same day showed axillary thrombosis, and contrast CT of the neck and chest revealed bilateral internal jugular thrombosis, chronic left brachiocephalic thrombosis, suspected acute-on-chronic central venous thrombosis of the left upper extremity, and possible extension into the right transverse sinus” Magee et al (2026).
Capillary self-collected blood specimens for outpatient laboratory testing – Full Text
“This study aimed to (a) assess the patient experience with multiple commercially available CSC devices; (b) determine which laboratory tests are commonly ordered together, which could reduce the need for appointments; and (c) evaluate the analytical performance of these tests using CSC samples” Swartchick et al (2026).
Real-time detection of extravasation events – Full Text
“A real-time, detector-based strategy can identify radiopharmaceutical extravasation during injection, support immediate mitigation, and preserve diagnostic accuracy by allowing early SUV correction” Cucurachi et al (2026).
Financial stewardship and CLABSI elimination
“These efforts resulted in sustained CLABSI-free performance and reduced avoidable expenses. Disciplined processes support financial stewardship by creating operational reliability and minimizing waste associated with preventable harm” Brown and Williams (2026).
Needle phobia in the perioperative setting
“On the day of surgery, techniques such as pharmacologic anxiolysis, topical anesthetics, vibration devices, and distraction can facilitate patient tolerance of needle-based procedures” McCoy et al (2026).
PICC-port complications in breast cancer patients
“Breast cancer patients experienced significantly fewer PICC-port complications and demonstrated excellent device survival. These findings suggest that PICC-ports may be a particularly suitable first-line vascular access option for selected patients with breast cancer” Beaufrère et al (2026).
Peripheral intravenous catheter management – Full Text
“Substantial discrepancies in PIVC management highlight the need for targeted quality improvement strategies to enhance adherence to evidence-based practices in emergency settings” Teixeira et al (2026).
Virtual reality to improve patient experience during PICC and PICC-PORT placement – Full Text
“The placement of central venous access devices, including peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs) and PICC-PORTs, is a routine procedure in oncology care. Usually associated with limited physical pain, these procedures may nevertheless generate significant anxiety and negatively influence the overall procedural experience” Camuccio et al (2026).