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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).
Probiotics as a potential source of neonatal catheter-related sepsis
“This novel case suggests a potential infectious risk for B. subtilis in neonates with central venous access and underscores the necessity of considering probiotics as a potential source of catheter-related sepsis” Chen et al (2026).
Unusual guidewire location during central line placement in a neonate
“The patient underwent emergency exploratory laparotomy. During ultrasound-guided internal jugular vein catheterization in the setting of an open abdomen, the guidewire was unexpectedly visualized emerging through the umbilical vein” Sachan et al (2026).
Medical liquid adhesive to reduce IV dressing disruption study protocol – Full Text
“This protocol describes a trial evaluating the adjunctive use of medical liquid adhesive at the dressing-skin interface to improve dressing adhesion and maintain dressing integrity” Kleidon et al (2026).
Catheter-related bloodstream infections in hemodialysis patients – Full Text
“This study investigated the clinical characteristics, causative microorganisms, and antibiotic resistance patterns of catheter-related bloodstream infections (CRBSIs) in hemodialysis patients at a tertiary healthcare institution” Ture et al (2026).
Guidewire-exchange for infected tunneled hemodialysis catheters – Full Text
“These results support guidewire exchange as a safe, effective and reproducible method for replacing infected tunneled CVCs in hemodialysis patients” Lomeo et al (2026).
National surveillance of healthcare-associated infections in the UAE – Full Text
“This first national HAI surveillance report in the UAE demonstrates the feasibility of multisector data integration and establishes a baseline for benchmarking” Tannous et al (2026).
Clinically indicated replacement of peripheral IV catheters – Full Text
“Clinically indicated PIVC replacement was non-inferior to routine scheduled replacement for phlebitis and was associated with fewer insertions and longer dwell times, supporting its use in routine clinical practice” Kang et al (2026).
Nurse-led CLABSI reduction project – Full Text
“This nurse-led QI initiative was associated with a substantial reduction in CLABSI rates among ICU patients and improved adherence to CVC maintenance practices” Deng et al (2026).
Ultrasound-guided versus landmark peripheral intravenous catheter insertion – Full Text
“We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials and comparative cohort studies comparing USG with landmark-guided PIVC insertion and reporting at least one post-insertion outcome” Tai-An Lee et al (2026).
Time-to-CLABSI associated with impregnated central venous catheters – Full Text
“We evaluated whether Chlorhexidine/Silver Sulfadiazine (CH/SSD)-impregnated CVCs reduce the CLABSI hazard compared with plain CVCs using time-to-event methodology” Rosenthal et al (2026).
Vascular access device complications during OPAT – Full Text
“Complications (i.e., bloodstream infections or venous thrombosis) occurred more frequently in patients with midlines (6.4 per 1,000 line-days) than peripherally inserted central catheters (1.1 per 1,000 line-days)” Kim et al (2026).
Preventing ambulatory central line-associated bloodstream infections – Full Text
“The standardized education program substantially reduced the rate of IF A-CLABSIs and improved confidence and satisfaction among families and home health nurses” Martinez et al (2026).
Alternate-day bathing with 2% chlorhexidine – Full Text
“To evaluate the effect of 2% chlorhexidine gluconate (2%CHG) bathing every other day on the number of infections, catheter-related bloodstream infections (CLABSI), average length of stay, and number of deaths” de Souza Júnior et al (2026).
Electronic health record impact on CLABSI rates – Full Text
“Higher EHR-derived care-exposure burden was associated with higher odds of adjudicated CLABSI or CLABSI-like bloodstream infection. The score should be interpreted as a pragmatic patient-level marker of cumulative care complexity and infection-prevention prioritisation, rather than as a causal measure of care quality or nursing performance” Li et al (2026).
CLABSI outcomes in intensive care units in Saudi Arabia – Full Text
“CLABSI remains a significant healthcare-associated infection among ICU patients in Saudi Arabia and is associated with considerable clinical burden” Aldali et al (2026).
Role of antiseptic barrier caps in CLABSI reduction
“There was a 68% reduction in CLABSI events. By the end of 2024, the unit achieved a CLABSI standardized infection ratio of 0.414, representing a substantial improvement compared to the 2023 ratio of 1.45. The cost avoidance from ABC implementation was about $320,787. CLABSI reduction was sustained in 2025, and ABCs were implemented on the hematology-oncology unit” Rowland Rutledge et al (2026).
Chlorhexidine gluconate antimicrobial dressings for subclavian central venous catheters
“In this randomized study, CHG antimicrobial dressings significantly reduced CVC‑related local infection, improved dressing fixation, and lowered the frequency of dressing changes in HSCT patients with subclavian CVCs” Xu et al (2026).
Is procedural volume associated with self-perceived skill mastery
“Emergency procedures were analyzed: peripheral intravenous access, intraosseous access, endotracheal intubation (ETI), chest tube insertion, tourniquet application, and focused assessment with sonography for trauma (FAST). Residents reported procedural counts and self-perceived mastery” Laitselart et al (2026).
PICC placement at the bedside – Full Text
“The internationally common bedside technique enables radiation-free PICC insertion under ultrasound control alone. This lowers the radiation load and spares resources as no angiographic intervention room is required” Buchholz et al (2026).
Refractory rash at PICC puncture site during pegylated liposomal doxorubicin chemotherapy
‘Limited evidence exists regarding skin toxicity management, particularly when these reactions occur near vascular access sites. The clinical complexity is compounded by both the absence of standardized guidelines and the prolonged use of occlusive transparent dressings, which may worsen skin integrity, increase infection risks, and potentially necessitate premature catheter removal—leading to unplanned treatment delays” Shuping et al (2026).