Increasing first-attempt success in difficult intravenous access patients
“This study aimed to improve flagging of patients with difficult venous access and increase first-attempt intravenous catheter insertion in adult emergency department patients” Olmedo and Canamar (2026).
Factors associated with successful intravenous access
“We aimed to characterize first attempt and overall success in a nationwide cohort, investigate factors associated with first attempt IV access success, and determine the prehospital utilization rate of successful IV access” Smida et al (2026).
Predicting difficult peripheral intravenous cannulation – Full Text
“This study evaluated the predictive accuracy of upper-limb edema in identifying difficult intravenous catheter placement” Petta et al (2026).
Clinician experience with difficult intravenous access
“Ultrasound (US) guidance can improve outcomes in difficult venous access (DIVA), but adoption and training among bedside clinicians remain inconsistent. We surveyed clinicians to assess current practices, training, and confidence in PVAD placement, including the use of US” Bahl and Mielke (2026).
Difference between infusion phlebitis and infiltration
“The current case report presents examples demonstrating that phlebitis and infiltration are heterogenous conditions with varied and overlapping signs that do not always align with conventional definitions” Kitada et al (2026).
Optimal implantable port catheter insertion depth – Full Text
“Non-contrast chest CT 3D reconstruction shows greater accuracy in preoperative depth prediction compared to IC-ECG. It may thus be a preferential alternative when intraoperative guidance is unavailable” Lv et al (2026).
Successful salvage of a PICC in catheter-related bloodstream infection – Full Text
“For patients with multidrug-resistant Ralstonia mannitolilytica-induced CRBSI who cannot undergo catheter removal, topical application of minocycline ointment combined with meticulous catheter care may serve as an effective salvage treatment strategy” Gong et al (2026).
Reducing bloodstream infections with peripheral IV catheter bundles – Full Text
“Implementation of the bundle resulted in SABSI reduction, reduced local PIVC infection, greater compliance with the Standard, nursing time savings, and improved staff satisfaction” Isles and Ray-Barruel (2026).
Serial blood sampling in hospitalized dogs – Full Text
“This push-pull PIVC sampling protocol is an effective and clinically appropriate method of blood collection in hospitalized dogs” Welch et al (2026).
Intravascular rewarming in major burns – Full Text
“This report describes the first documented case of complicated removal of an intravascular warming catheter due to balloon detachment in burn patients. Physicians using these devices should be aware of this possible complication and be prepared for its management” Ligomenou et al (2026).
Risk prediction model for PICC CLABSI – Full Text
“This systematic review reveals that existing prediction models for PICC-related bloodstream infections, while demonstrating moderate discriminatory ability, are limited in clinical applicability due to a high risk of bias across studies” Li et al (2026).
Hydrochloric acid lock therapy for CRBSI – Full Text
“This study evaluated the efficacy of hydrochloric acid (HCl) against biofilms of Staphylococcus aureus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Staphylococcus epidermidis, and assessed its effects on silicone and polyurethane central venous catheters” Mønster et al (2026).
Risk factors for PICC-related venous thrombosis – Full Text
“In this study, we identified independent risk factors for CRT following PICC placement in patients with hematologic malignancies and developed a predictive model to assess CRT risk” Zhao et al (2026).
Misplaced femoral vein central venous catheter – Full Text
“Femoral central vein catheter malposition into the renal vein of a transplanted kidney is to our knowledge very rare and has been reported only once” Piletič et al (2026).
Needle-free connectors in tunneled central venous catheters for hemodialysis – Full Text
“n this short-term single-centre cohort, high-flow split-septum needle-free connectors appeared feasible and microbiologically safe on hemodialysis t-CVCs, without compromising dialysis delivery or routine catheter care” Leskovar et al (2026).
CLABSI risk between internal jugular and subclavian CVC sites – Full Text
“In this large multicenter cohort from China, the overall CLABSI incidence was low. We observed no statistically significant difference in CLABSI risk between internal jugular and subclavian CVC insertion sites after adjustment for confounders and center effects” He et al (2026).
Patient experience of peripheral intravenous catheter insertion – Full Text
“Despite clear guidelines, patient experiences vary, and evidence-based practice is inconsistently applied. Understanding patient perspectives is essential to improving care quality” Xu et al (2026).
Interruptions during IV smart pump medication administration – Full Text
“The objective of this project was to contribute to the understanding of how interruptions impact intravenous (IV) medication processes and identify areas for improvement” Vital et al (2026).
Totally implantable port for patients with acute leukemia – Full Text
“Our study shows that TIVAP can provide a safe and effective system for long-term intravenous treatment of patients with acute leukemia” Ke et al (2026).
Pain and stress management in pediatric intravenous line insertion – Full Text
“This study was conducted to compare the effect of the nonpharmacological method of “distraction” and two medicinal methods, “nasal midazolam” and “oral melatonin,” on reducing pain and stress caused by IV line insertion in children” Akhavan et al (2026).
Accelerated seldinger technique long peripheral catheters
“In recent years, the long peripheral catheter (LPC) has been introduced into clinical practice, filling the gap between short peripheral catheters and midline catheters” Pieteraerens et al (2026).
Intraosseous access in pediatric and neonatal transport
“The primary objective was to identify the factors associated with the success rate of intraosseous (IO) access placement in patients attended by a Pediatric and Neonatal Transport (PNT) unit” Rodríguez-Navarro et al (2026).
Reducing propofol waste during TIVA – Full Text
“Using the Eleveld TCI model to estimate pre-operative propofol requirements could significantly reduce waste and avoid excessive syringe changes, even when surgical duration is uncertain” Windler et al (2026).
Correction of central venous catheter misplacement
“We report two cases of catheter misplacement into cervical arteries managed with the Perclose ProStyle® system” Pacheco et al (2026).
IVC syndrome in a patient with Factor V Leiden mutation
“Point of care ultrasound was significant for a completely collapsed inferior vena cava. The patient’s presentation progressed, and she subsequently underwent clot removal and was started on Heparin for anticoagulation” Postoll-Downs et al (2026).
Ultrasound monitor positioning during CICC placement
“This study investigates whether positioning the ultrasound monitor in the operator’s direct line of sight improves procedural efficiency and safety during centrally inserted central catheters (CICCs) in the internal jugular vein” De Cassai et al (2026).
Comparative evaluation of pediatric blood culture bottles
“This study systematically evaluated the performance of the new-generation BacT/ALERT PF Plus pediatric blood culture bottle against the standard PF bottle” Ma et al (2026).
Care for patients with injection-drug related infections – Full Text
“Injection-related severe bacterial infections (SBIs), including skin and soft tissue infections, endocarditis, and osteomyelitis, are rising in prevalence in the United States and disproportionately affect people who inject drugs (PWID)” Appel et al (2026).
Needlestick injury reporting in operating rooms
“Needlestick injuries remain a persistent occupational hazard for staff working in operating rooms, where sharp instruments are handled under time pressure within complex team environments” Noguchi et al (2026).
Relationship between nursing quality and patient experience
“Of the nurse sensitive quality indicators included, only central line-associated bloodstream infections were significantly (negatively) but weakly associated with overall hospital rating” Murphy et al (2026).