Medical adhesive-related skin injury in critically ill patients
“The objective of this study was to systematically analyse the incidence and influencing factors of medical adhesive-related skin injury (MARSI) in critically ill patients” Chen et al (2026).
Improving intraosseous access clinician knowledge and confidence
“We sought to adapt this workplace-based teaching approach to improve intraosseous (IO) knowledge, confidence and morale among ambulance clinicians, without adversely affecting operational performance” Sheldrake and Kerton (2026).
PICC use in gastrointestinal cancer – Full Text
“To examine the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) related to the use and self-care of peripherally inserted central catheters (PICC) among gastrointestinal cancer patients” Wei et al (2026).
Candidemia diagnosis among onco-hematology patients
“We conducted a retrospective monocentric study identifying candidemia with at least one positive yeast blood culture among patients with hematological malignancy from January, 1,2010 to December, 31, 2021” Cardona et al (2026).
PICC-related thrombosis in patients with cancer
“Maneval RAM has a better predictive value for PICC-RT than Michigan and Caprini RAM. Maneval RAM is recommended for predicting the risk of PICC-RT in patients with cancer” Huang et al (2026).
The role of Pall Medical in-line IV filters
“The case study discusses the use of 1.2 µm in-line filters for the administration of parenteral nutrition in paediatric care to reduce complications and ensure safe infusion practice. The second case study details the integration of the Pall Medical 0.2 µm Supor AEF low protein binding IV in-line filter for the administration of monoclonal antibodies in an outpatient infusion centre setting” Barton and Melville (2026).
WHO-priority pathogens in central line associated bloodstream infection
“This study is the first to map CLABSIs against the WHO PPL and AWaRe frameworks, highlighting a convergence of high-risk infections, therapeutic exhaustion, and poor outcomes” Anand et al (2026).
Review of top OPAT publications 2024 – Full Text
“Common themes from the top 10 OPAT articles published in 2024 included OPAT clinician workload, patient perspectives of OPAT, tools for OPAT work, and dalbavancin use” Childs-Kean et al (2026).
Computational recommendation system for parenteral nutrition prescription
“This is the first demonstration of the successful development and testing of a computer-based selection algorithm for the prescription of a multichamber bag-based regimen for patients with chronic intestinal failure” Bond et al (2026).
Intravenous fluid resuscitation
“This article aims to extrapolate clinical learning from a case study from a physiological, evidence-based and role perspective on the administration of IFR” Henson et al (2026).
Severe complication of implantable port chamber – Full Text
“Long-term implantable ports may cause severe complications even years after placement. This case highlights the importance of verifying catheter integrity and tip position before reusing a dormant central venous access device” Grolleau et al (2026).
Systematic review for out-of-hospital cardiac arrest vascular access options – Full Text
“In OHCA management, IO access may be associated with less favorable outcomes in terms of survival, neurological function, and ROSC compared to IV access” Cai and Dai (2025).
PCR based review for patients with suspected bloodstream infection in the ICU – Full Text
“This study evaluates the diagnostic performance and clinical utility of droplet digital PCR (ddPCR) in patients in the ICU with suspected bloodstream infection” Cai et al (2025).
Review of dialysis modality with patient survival – Full Text
“This meta-analysis suggests that overall PD and incentre HD likely carry equivalent survival benefits. However, differences were detected among subgroups based on age, geographic location, HD access type, but not on sex, diabetes status, dialysis vintage and study cohort inclusion period” Nardelli et al (2025).
Using time to positivity to differentiate true bacteremia from contamination – Full Text
“This study aimed to evaluate the cut-off value for time to positivity (TTP) to distinguish true bacteremia from contamination” Hasegawa et al (2025).
Adherence to peripheral venous catheter guidelines – Full Text
“This review identified key determinants and strategies that influence and enhance emergency nurses’ adherence to infection prevention guidelines for peripheral intravenous catheter care” Teixeira et al (2025).
Simulation-based training for intraosseous access – Full Text
“This study aimed at developing and evaluating a simulation-based procedural training curriculum for pediatric residents to improve IO access knowledge and skills” Saadoon et al (2025).
Three-dimensional printed neonatal cannulation phantom for ultrasound-guided vascular access training – Full Text
“We designed and produced a neonatal cannulation phantom using three-dimensional printing. Different operators of varying clinical expertise successfully cannulated the phantom and inserted central catheter under ultrasound guidance” Pereira et al (2026).
Difficult port catheter removal – Full Text
“The ipsilateral pull-through technique is a useful method to detach adhered catheters during difficult TIVAD removal” Matsuo et al (2026).
Comparison of vascular access routes for continuous renal replacement therapy – Full Text
“Continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) is a widely used treatment modality for critically ill patients with acute kidney injury. The choice of vascular access route is a critical factor in determining the effectiveness of CRRT and its effects on hemodynamic stability” Firat et al (2026).
Development of a CLABSI prevention educational tool – Full Text
This approach illustrates how context-specific barriers can be operationalized into an educational tool to support healthcare workers’ adherence to CLABSI prevention measures” Tavares et al (2026).
Anesthesia-led PICC insertion service – Full Text
“In response to these challenges, the IWK Health (Halifax, Canada) introduced an anesthesia-led PICC insertion service in 2020 to provide timely vascular access in pediatric inpatients with high success rates” Kiberd et al (2026).
Midline catheters versus peripherally inserted central catheters systematic review – Full Text
“This review will address a significant gap in the literature, potentially improving clinical decision‐making, standardizing practice, reducing unnecessary central venous catheterization, preserving vessel health, and optimizing patient outcomes” Yasuda et al (2026).
Closed blood sampling devices study protocol – Full Text
“To assess the feasibility of conducting a multicentre randomised controlled trial (RCT) evaluating the effectiveness of CBSDs in reducing transfusion requirements in critically ill adults” Raurell-Torredà et al (2026).
Simulation training program aligned with unit-specific errors – Full Text
“Incident reports over 12 months were reviewed (n = 329). Four most frequent and serious errors were identified: intravenous solutions selection, enteral feeding rate or type selection, medication transcription and IV infiltration. Simulation participation rate was 86%; survey response rate was 65%” D’Arienzo et al (2026).
Vascular access in the newborn
“The NEVAT group provides the first European position paper on neonatal vascular access, aiming to improve homogeneity in device selection, insertion, and maintenance, promoting a safer and more consistent care” Barone et al (2026).
Failure risk on the first attempt of peripheral IV puncture
“Patients classified as high risk in the A-DIVA scale required more puncture attempts, had shorter PIVC dwell times, and experienced more negative outcomes. Using technologies such as ultrasound is beneficial for patients at high risk of failure on the first attempt” Prates et al (2026).
Study assesses the extent of occupational exposure among healthcare workers – Full Text
“This study aimed to assess the extent of occupational exposure among various healthcare workers” Chen et al (2026).
Scans required to diagnose PICC-associated venous thrombosis
“Venous thromboembolism (VTE), compromised of deep venous thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), is a well-recognized complication of cancer. In fact, the risk of VTE is 9-fold higher in individuals with cancer compared with those without. Furthermore, cancer-associated VTE may result in interruption of cancer therapies, exclusion from clinical trials, and short- and long-term morbidity and mortality” Henkin et al (2026).
Fluid conservation approach to intravenous fluid shortages
“In this study, a multifaceted fluid conservation approach significantly reduced IVF utilization without a concomitant increase in patient adverse outcomes” Xu et al (2026).