Predicting difficult vascular access in the pediatric perioperative population – Full Text

“Patient and procedural characteristics were perceived to increase the likelihood of DPIV cannulation with no difference among respondents” Hakim et al (2020).
Central venous catheter fracture leading to TPN extravasation

“We present a case utilizing contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) at the bedside to assess catheter integrity in a critically ill infant with a large intra-abdominal fluid collection” Cahill et al (2020).
Biotin regulates colonization and growth of Candida albicans in central catheter lumen

“In this study, we examined the effect of biotin on the colonization and growth of Candida albicans in the lumen of the catheter used for nutrient infusions” Ohara et al (2020).
How complicated central catheterization was interpreted at autopsy

“Therapeutic artefacts are a challenge for forensic pathologists for correct interpretation at autopsy” Rajanikanta et al (2020).
Efficient use of intravenous lumens in multi-infusion settings – Full Text

“The multiplex algorithm allows for more efficient use of IV lumens compared to the conventional multi-infusion strategy” Doesburg et al (2020).
Infusion phlebitis among low birth weight infants – Full Text

“The most significant risk factor of phlebitis was the nurses’ clinical experience of intravenous insertion (< 2 years)" Yuningsih et al (2020).
Effect of silver ion dressing on CLABSI rates in severe burn patients

“To investigate the influence of silver ion dressing on related infections induced by inserted central venous catheter through wounds in patients with severe burn” Li et al (2020).
Becton Dickinson (BD) CareFusion 303, Inc. Recalls Alaris™ System PC Unit – Full Alert

“Becton Dickinson (BD) CareFusion 303, Inc. Recalls Alaris™ System PC Unit and PC Unit Front Case Keypad Replacement Kits Due to Risk of Stuck or Unresponsive Keys” FDA (2020).
Becton Dickinson (BD) CareFusion 303 recalls Alaris System Infusion Pumps – Full Alert

“Becton Dickinson (BD) CareFusion 303 Recalls Alaris System Infusion Pumps Due to Damaged Inter-Unit Interface Connectors, Loose or Missing Battery Screws and A Broken Upper and Lower Hinge Posts and Membrane Frame” FDA (2020).
Clinical impact of early reinsertion of a central catheter post CLABSI

“We evaluated the clinical impact of early CVC reinsertion after catheter removal in patients with CRBSIs”
Treatment of air embolism related to intravenous infusion

“Vascular air embolism (VAE) is an important complication of some routine medical procedures, particularly intravenous access for the administration of fluids” Trent et al (2020).
CLABSI and catheter colonization rates with Tegaderm and Tegaderm CHG

“This study aimed to examine the incidences of catheter colonization occurrence and CLABSI while using Tegaderm vs. CHG Tegaderm dressings” Kim and Lee (2020).
Two-sample blood type verification for transfusion

‘We describe a practice change for two-sample verification for type and screen in a large-scale pediatric hospital” Gálvez et al (2020).
Central venous stenosis in a transplant patient due to thyroid pathology

“Central venous stenosis is a well-recognized complication of central venous catheter use in hemodialysis patients” Navaratnarajah and Ashby (2020).
Suitability of OPAT program with concurrent addiction treatment

“Outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy with addiction treatment may be feasible and safe for PWID with serious infections” Price et al (2020).
Clinical guidelines for management of intravascular catheters – Full Text

“guidelines for the management of central venous catheters (CVC), arterial catheters and dialysis catheters in intensive care unit. For adult patients” Timsit et al (2020).
Reduction of bacterial colonization at PICC exit site

“We evaluated the efficacy, the safety, and the cost-effectiveness of two strategies for non-inferiority in controlling bacterial colonization of the exit-site of Peripherally-Inserted Central Catheters (PICC)” Gilardi et al (2020).
Case study presentation of central venous catheter embolization

“Breakage and fragment embolization is a rare but feared complication of peripherally inserted central catheter use” Baciarello et al (2020).
Central venous catheter care in a burn patient

“During the hospitalization, the patient was in critical condition and 28 central venous catheterizations and 1 peripherally inserted central catheter were performed” Lu et al (2020).
Role of the infusion nurse in supporting caregivers

“The purpose of this article is to describe “impending” tipping points before they occur and to offer solutions for how nurses can help caregiving families identify them and access additional supportive services” Crist and Steinheiser (2020).
Review of bloodstream infections in cancer patients – Full Text

“The main risk factors for BI were a previous surgical procedure in SN and chemotherapy in the previous 30 days and use of central venous catheter in HN” Sierra et al (2020).
Central venous catheters misplaced in paraspinal veins

“Lateral X-ray radiography is an effective method to verify misplacement and is recommended as routine practice during catheterization via lower extremities” Zhang et al (2020).
Accidental CVC placement in the internal thoracic vein – Full Text

“Our case study describes this rarely occurring ITV cannulation along with the discussion of risk factors, warning signs of malpositioning, and subsequent management plans to optimize patient safety” Goodin et al (2020).
High frequency of colonization by diverse clones of beta-lactam-resistant Gram-negative bacilli in haemodialysis

“The high colonization by ESBL-GNB in haemodialysis patients shows evidence for the need for stronger surveillance, not only for S. aureus but also for multidrug-resistant bacilli in order to avoid their spread” Vanegas et al (2020).
Fibroblastic sleeve complication of vascular access devices

“The presence of a vascular access device (or of any intravascular foreign body) inside the bloodstream is often associated with the formation of a connective tissue sleeve around the catheter” Passaro et al (2020).
Medical claims database and parenteral nutrition outcomes – Full Text

“The aim of this study was to examine the prevalence and risk factors for underfeeding using a medical claims database” Sasabuchi et al (2020).
Implementation framework for clinically indicated PIV removal

“Successful implementation of clinically indicated PIVC removal can be achieved through planned and systematic processes within the CFIR framework” Takashima et al (2020).
Advantages of ultrasound for left internal jugular vein cannulation

“Tunneled CVC percutaneous cannulation in LIJV guided by ultrasound with the LOAX approach with variable angulation provides very good results” Moreno-Sanchez and Moreno-Ramirez (2020).
Vascular access for optimal hematopoietic stem cell collection

“Different types of vascular access have been exploited for the apheresis procedure, including peripheral veins (PV) and central venous catheter (CVC)” Couzin et al (2020).
Subcutaneous versus intravenous rehydration in hospitalized older adults

“Both treatments were effective in rehydrating the patients within 48 hours, with no statistically significant difference between the groups. Subcutaneous fluid administration effectively reversed dehydration while protecting against phlebitis” Barreto Annes et al (2020).