Infusion pump fluid delivery precision – Full Text
“We verified that the reliability and precision analysis of hospital infusion pumps need to be performed in a more detailed and consistent way” Silva et al (2023).
Peripheral IV catheter infection prevention expert consensus – Full Text
“The aim of this document is to raise awareness that infections caused by PIVCs are a relevant problem that can be reduced by practice change” Zingg et al (2023).
Continuous infusion versus bolus injection of loop diuretics – Full Text
“In conclusion, in the current meta-analysis of nine randomized controlled trials (RCTs), continuous infusion of furosemide seemed to have a greater reduction of body weight” Karedath et al (2023).
PCR test in suspected CLABSI patients – Full Text
“The performance of rt-PCR in suspected HD CRBI events showed fast and high diagnostic accuracy. Its use would improve HD CRBI management with an antibiotic consumption decrease” Acquier et al (2022).
Sedating infants during CICC placement – Full Text
“The aim of this study is to evaluate the efficacy of the combination of ketamine and fentanyl during the CICC placement procedure” D’Andrea et al (2023).
Peripheral IV cannulation video recorded performance evaluation – full Text
“This randomised control trial will investigate whether this pedagogical approach, using video modelling and self-evaluation, will positively influence students’ knowledge, confidence and performance in the skill of peripheral intravenous cannulation” Hernon et al (2023).
Serious neonatal PICC complications – Full Text
“The abrupt onset of hemodynamic instability without an obvious cause in any neonate with PICC in situ should raise suspicion of pleural or pericardial effusions. Timely diagnosis through bedside ultrasound, and prompt aggressive intervention are critical” Zareef et al (2023).
CVAD survey in haematology centres in Australia and New Zealand – Full Text
“We conducted an online, anonymous cross-sectional survey of practice regarding CVAD management in haematology centres among clinicians in Australia and New Zealand” Yuen et al (2023).
Needlestick injuries during large-scale vaccination initiatives – Full Text
“We determined the incidence of needle stick injuries (NIs) from the SARS-CoV-2 vaccination brigades in the Monterrey metropolitan area” Moran-González et al (2023).
Umbilical catheter placement aided by coronary guidewires – Full Text
“We are confident that using coronary guidewire as a guiding tool during catheterization of the umbilical vessels is a rapid and safe method” Gendera et al (2023).
Extravasation detection technology review 2023 – Full Text
“In this review article, we have shed light on both physiological and engineering points of view of extravasation and its detection approaches. This review provides an overview on the most recent and relevant technologies that can help in the early detection of extravasation” Hirata et al (2023).
Peripheral IV catheter-related bacteraemia – Full Text
“In conclusion, even though the risk of developing PVC-related BSI in patients admitted to medical wards may seem low, complications of PVC-related BSI are severe, and the associated mortality remains high” Drugeon et al (2023).
Intraosseous access for trauma resuscitation – Full Text
“We focused on severe trauma patients and conducted a systematic review to evaluate the efficacy and efficiency of intraosseous (IO) access compared to intravenous (IV) access for trauma resuscitation in prehospital care” Wang et al (2023).
Continuous ampicillin-sulbactam infusion in critically ill patients – Full Text
“The described dosing regimen for ampicillin/sulbactam is safe with respect to the defined MIC breakpoints for ampicillin, and continuous subtherapeutic concentration is unlikely” Passon et al (2023).
CLABSI questionnaire validation – Full Text
“The CLABSI-KAP-Q is shown to be valid and reliable and recommended for use in clinical practice” Dang et al (2023).
Central venous catheter-related thrombosis daily assessment
“CRT is a frequent complication. It can occur as soon as the CVC is placed and mostly during the first week following catheterization. Half of the thromboses are small but one-third are extensive. They are often non-progressive and may be resolved after CVC removal” Wu et al (2023).
Intravenous antibiotic preparation
“This study showed that it took 83 experienced nurses 73.6 (SD 25.0) seconds to prepare an amoxicillin injection using the Ecoflac Connect needle-free connector compared with 110.0 (SD 34.6) seconds using the standard needle and syringe method, saving 36 seconds per dose on average, reducing the time taken by one-third” Clark (2023).
Effect of immersive virtual reality on venipuncture pain and anxiety – Full Text
“Emerging evidence suggests that providing procedural information and distraction using immersive virtual reality (IVR) may reduce pain and anxiety among children undergoing needle-related procedures” Wong et al (2023).
Caregiver independence with central line care at home
“Home caregivers (eg parents) of pediatric patients with cancer with external central lines (CL) must carefully maintain this device to prevent complications” Wong et al (2023).
Real-time ultrasound-guided subclavian vein cannulation
“Real-time ultrasound-guided subclavian vein cannulation is safer and more efficient than a landmark approach” Zawadka et al (2023).
PICC-related skin injuries
“The risk factors for skin injuries remain poorly understood in cancer patients with peripherally inserted central catheters (PICC). We herein aimed at exploring the effect of clinical factors on the risk of PICC-related skin injuries” Wang et al (2023).
Midline catheter for high-risk medications
“Due to the low rates of extravasation in midline catheters found in this study, midline catheters may serve as viable alternatives to central venous catheters for the infusion of vasopressor medications and should be considered by practitioners as a route of infusion in critically ill patients” Matthew (2022).
Implantable port-associated thrombosis in pediatric oncology patients – Full Text
“The application of totally implantable access ports (TIAPs) reduces treatment-related discomfort; however, the existence of catheter may cause side effects, with the most common one being the occurrence of TIAPs-associated thrombosis” Lan et al (2023).
Umbilical vein catheter insertion simulator
“A hybrid simulator was developed for eUVC insertion. Participants were satisfied with this model, which was realistic, reproducible, easy to use, inexpensive, and facilitated an understanding of the anatomy and performance of all steps for successful eUVC insertion” Ghazali et al (2022).
Best intravenous access in experimental surgery
“Despite the observed complications the VAP is suitable as permanent intravenous access in pigs used for surgical experiments. This method helps to minimize the stress of the animals in the postoperative period and to reduce the number of experimental animals” Pálek et al (2022).
Cyanoacrylate glue improves IV dressing strength
“It was determined that using OBCA to bond the transparent dressing to the substrate results in strengthening the adhesion strength of the transparent dressing, which could potentially reduce dressing complications” Zhang et al (2023).
Implantable port removal complications
“Complications after removal of totally implanted vascular access devices. (TIVADs) have not been studied widely. The aim of this study was to assess the prevalence and risk factors of these complications” Gennequin et al (2023).
CVC tip malposition in mammary vein – Full Text
“We describe a case of left internal jugular central venous access with rare malpositioning into the internal mammary vein” Koziatek et al (2023).
IV robot with near-infrared vision
“This paper presents a decoupled position and attitude venipuncture robot guided by near-infrared vision and force feedback to replace manual venipuncture” He et al (2023).
Detection of insulin infusion site failure
“IIS failures are frequent and unpredictable, typically require hyperglycemia for detection, and are associated with negative perceptions. More should be done toward preventing IIS failures and/or detecting them sooner” Hughes et al (2023).