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Central line-associated bloodstream infections outside the intensive care unit – Full Text
“CLABSI rates outside ICU are significantly higher than those reported in ICU settings. A substantial burden of CLABSI and MBI-BSI events were identified in haematology-oncology populations, supporting focused surveillance and infection prevention efforts in these high-risk cohorts” Worth et al (2026).
Ultrasound-guided peripheral intravenous training – Full Text
“Implementation of a structured ultrasound-guided peripheral IV training program for nurses and technicians was associated with fewer ED central venous catheter placements at our institution” Berniard et al (2026).
Patient-controlled sedation during venous port implantation – Full Text
“To assess early postoperative recovery using the Quality of Recovery-15 (QoR-15) questionnaire in a prespecified substudy of the PACSPI-2 randomised clinical trial and to compare recovery between patients receiving local anaesthesia alone and those receiving local anaesthesia combined with patient-controlled sedation” Seifert et al (2026).
Diluted norepinephrine administration through a single peripheral venous catheter – Full Text
“Rapid crystalloid co-loading and prophylactic norepinephrine may share a peripheral intravenous catheter during cesarean delivery. We assessed whether infusion-system architecture alters fluid and drug delivery” Bonnet et al (2026).
Comparison of access routes for totally implantable venous access port placement – Full Text
“To compare the safety outcomes of totally implantable venous access port (TIVAP) implantation through the internal jugular vein (IJV), subclavian vein (SCV), and axillary vein (AxV) in patients with breast cancer, and to explore a pre-removal thrombosis risk-stratification framework integrating D-dimer levels and vascular ultrasonography findings” Li et al (2026).
Forearm compartment syndrome following epinephrine extravasation – Full Text
“Vasoconstrictive agents such as epinephrine are of particular concern because extravasation can result in intense α-adrenergic vasoconstriction and rapid deterioration of tissue perfusion” Eren et al (2026).
Impact of a newly established vascular access unit in a French university hospital – Full Text
“CRBSI rates between the established and the newly created units were similar. These results suggest that a dedicated vascular access unit staffed by trained professionals can achieve outcomes comparable to those obtained by an experienced unit” Bonhomme et al (2026).
Skill acquisition through task-specific ultrasound training for peripheral cannulation – Full Text
“A goal-directed US training curriculum using handheld US devices facilitates immediate skill acquisition and improves short-term confidence in novice learners within a limited training timeframe” Lin et al (2026).
Closed multilumen infusion system reduces CLABSI – Full Text
“To evaluate whether CMLIS implementation in a different neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) confirms reduced CLABSI incidence density and optimises antimicrobial stewardship” Dacquino et al (2026).
Enfortumab vedotin and pembrolizumab extravasation management – Full Text
“We report on a 56-year-old patient who experienced an extravasation of EV-P during the first cycle due to dislocation of the port catheter from the cephalic vein” Dinkel et al (2026).
Association between arrhythmia and CRBSI and catheter failure – Full Text
“Arrhythmia and CRBSI were identified as risk factors for NTHC failure” Leu et al (2026).
Impact of side hole design of drainage cannulas on flow in veno-venous ECMO circuits – Full Text
“When reducing the blood-flow rate in ECMO therapy, stagnation areas may develop within the drainage cannula. The geometry of the side holes has an important impact. A comparison of the different designs shows that distal growth of the side hole area results in improved flow behaviour” Bongert et al (2026).
Repeated blood collection using needlefree connectors – Full Text
“Needle-free blood collection devices that access peripheral intravenous (IV) catheters may provide an alternative approach to repeated venipuncture while maintaining sampling schedules and specimen quality” Naviaux et al (2026).
PICC related neonatal cardiac tamponade
“Delayed perforation can occur days after apparently correct placement. Preventive strategies should include risk-stratified catheter positioning, preference for lower SVC tip placement, routine echocardiographic surveillance especially after the first week and enhanced staff training for early recognition of warning signs” Khalesi et al (2026).
Impact of VLBW feeding guideline on central line usage
“Our unit’s baseline data revealed delayed initiation of EN, prolonged time to full EN, prolonged days on parenteral nutrition (PN), and frequent use of peripherally inserted central catheters (PICC)” Mataga et al (2026).
Evaluation of the Saudi national CLABSI prevention model
“Although the institution achieved national recognition for CLABSI reduction in 2022, long-term success will depend on maintaining adherence to best practices, addressing operational constraints, and ensuring ongoing competency development to meet future performance targets” Mazi et al (2026).
Anatomical patterns associated with CVC tip malposition – Full Text
“This systematic review includes the published case reports to identify anatomical patterns of malposition, associated risk factors, detection strategies, and preventable causes of harm” Ghatak et al (2026).
CLABSI reporting linked to actual central line days
“Under current National Healthcare and Safety Network (NHSN) methodology for CLABSI reporting, patients with multiple, concurrent central lines are counted as one line day, potentially underestimating true central line exposure” Linke et al (2026).
IV catheter lock study
“Participants were randomized 1:1 to receive systemic antibiotics plus minocycline-EDTA-ethanol lock therapy (MLT) or standard-of-care antibiotic lock therapy (SOC-ALT) for 7 to 14 days” Chaftari et al (2026).
Catheter-related bloodstream infection reduction using systematic training
“To reduce CRBSI, the Infection Prevention and Control and Antimicrobial Resistance Program (UL-PPCIRA) reviewed current guidelines and implemented an intensive training project for healthcare professionals” Carolino Gomes et al (2026).
Telemedicine-guided management of iodinated contrast media-associated anaphylaxis – Full Text
“An on-site technologist initiated emergency protocol and activated a telemedicine emergency alert, prompting real-time audiovisual communication with an already connected remote supervising physician. Under remote physician guidance, the on-site team administered two 0.3 mg intramuscular doses of epinephrine, supplemental oxygen, and airway positioning maneuvers, with subsequent improvement in oxygenation and systolic blood pressure before EMS arrival” Soni et al (2026).
Peripheral venous access in the neonate
“On this basis, we propose a protocol for Safe Insertion of Peripheral Venous Catheters (SIPVeC), a seven-step insertion bundle formatted the same way as the protocols already available for umbilical and central devices in the neonate” Barone et al (2026).