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Sodium bicarbonate combined with urokinase for the prevention catheter dysfunction – Full Text
“Sodium bicarbonate combined with urokinase within a standardized dwell-and-aspiration protocol may be associated with lower observed rates of CVC dysfunction, fewer dysfunction-related events, a higher observed rate of single-procedure patency restoration, and a comparable safety profile” Lin et al (2026).
Pain scores during paediatric peripheral intravenous cannulation – Full Text
“High pain during PIVC insertion is common and associated with repeated attempts. Optimising the first attempt-and employing strategies shown to mitigate pain are recommended, particularly in younger children and/or those with prior negative experiences” Sweeny et al (2027).
Simulation model for ultrasound-guided vascular puncture – Full Text
“The proposed simulation model closely resembled the scenario of central venous puncture in human tissue and represented an effective and accessible tool for teaching ultrasound-guided vascular puncture techniques” Kraft et al (2026).
Complications and risks associated with umbilical venous catheters in neonates – Full Text
“The objective of this review is to systematically review the association between umbilical venous catheter (UVC) tip position and the risk of catheter-related complications in neonates” McCord et al (2026).
Persistent left superior vena cava mimicking central venous catheter malposition – Full Text
“We report a critically ill patient in whom PLSVC was identified after left internal jugular central venous catheter placement” Navid et al (2026).
Factors associated with survival of ultrasound-guided peripheral IV catheters
“USPIV can be a successful vascular access for ED patients. Further research remains necessary to determine ways to predict and minimize USPIV failure. Increasing vessel depth, resident operator placement, hypotension, and a history of IV drug use were associated with decreased USPIV survival at 72 h” Patten et al (2026).
Vascular preservation for long-term central venous access in infants
“In certain populations, particularly those with short bowel syndrome or with intestinal failure, preservation of vascular access is critical, as progressive loss of central venous access remains a major indication for intestinal transplantation and is associated with significant morbidity and mortality” Ian et al (2026).
Dermatologic reaction following intramuscular injection
“As this is an iatrogenic event, development of standardized practice guidelines for IM injections in premature infants is recommended, especially in the extremely preterm and low birth-weight population” Miller et al (2026).
PICC or CICC for critically ill patients – Full Text
“In this single-center matched cohort, no statistically significant differences in symptomatic DVT or CLABSI were observed between PICCs and CVCs” Wu et al (2026).
Nurse-performed ultrasound-guided PICC insertion – Full Text
“By incorporating ultrasound as an extension of bedside vascular assessment, this protocol aims to reduce mechanical complications, minimize multiple puncture attempts, and improve procedural accuracy. This standardized approach promotes patient safety, reduces variability in clinical practice, and supports the implementation of ultrasound-guided PICC placement as an advanced, evidence-based nursing intervention across diverse healthcare settings” Oda et al (2026).
PICC length equation in very low birth weight infants – Full Text
“Anthropometric parameter-based prediction formulas provide precise guidance for lower extremity PICC placement in VLBWI, enhancing placement success and safety” Li et al (2026).
Endovascular retrieval of a fractured PICC – Full Text
“This case demonstrates the feasibility of stepwise dual-access endovascular techniques for retrieval of complex embolized PICC fragments from the pulmonary circulation, particularly in resource-constrained settings” Hassanali et al (2026).
Ultrasound guidance for arteriovenous access cannulation – Full Text
“Although US-guided cannulation shows potential for increasing first-attempt success, the current evidence is limited by significant unit-of-analysis errors and clinical heterogeneity related to the operator learning curve” Chang et al (2026).
Effect of StatSeal on the frequency of IV dressing changes
“This study aimed to evaluate the effect of a topical hemostatic product (StatSeal®, Biolife, LLC, Sarasota, Fl) on the frequency of dressing changes and catheter-associated complications following PICC insertion” Levit et al (2026).
Gentamicin lock therapy and duration
“This study compared catheter-related bloodstream infection (CRBSI) outcomes and duration-modifying effects between gentamicin-heparin and heparin-only lock protocols” Tsai et al (20260.
Central line maintenance system redesign
“Although daily chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) bathing is recommended for patients with central venous catheters (CVCs), adherence is often inconsistent in non-intensive care unit (ICU) settings where device visibility and maintenance workflows may be less standardized” Nayyer et al (2026).
Comparative performance of 24G and 26G short peripheral catheters in neonates – Full Text
“In this large neonatal cohort, 26G SPCs were associated with a statistically longer dwell time than 24G SPCs, although the absolute difference was small. Therapy completion and complication rates were comparable between the groups, whereas first-attempt insertion success rates were higher with 26G SPCs” van Rens et al (2026).
IV catheter management survey
“Despite a general alignment with evidence-based standards in certain areas, variation persists in practices such as disinfection methods, flushing techniques, and locking strategies” Hernández et al (2026).
Optimising long-term vascular access
“This article provides an overview of central venous access devices, with a particular focus on the benefits of implantable ports for long-term care and the role of the Safetouch Huber Infusion Set in facilitating access to implantable ports” Mozas et al (2026).
Analysis of ready-to-administer intravenous medication
“RTA Ecoflac® plus infusions reduced preparation time by 50-62% (mean 82 s versus 163-214 s; P<0.05) and required 63-70% fewer components. RTA syringe preparation achieved 6-25% time savings" Deacon et al (2026).
Multidrug-resistant bacterial infections in intensive care units – Full Text
“Although several clinical factors have been associated with MDR infections, there is still a lack of practical and individualized predictive tools to facilitate early risk stratification in intensive care unit (ICU) patients” Fu etal (2026).
Comparing catheters to fistulas in older patients starting hemodialysis
“Findings from this trial suggest that conducting a definitive randomized trial of fistulas versus catheters is not feasible in the current climate. There was no signal of harm associated with randomization to the catheter strategy and most outcomes favored the catheter group. Patients exhibited strong preferences regarding choice of vascular access” Quinn et al (2026).