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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).
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).