How to care for peripherally inserted central catheters – Full Text
“The present study aimed to evaluate nurses’ attitudes and knowledge of PICC maintenance in primary hospitals in Hunan province, China” Xu et al (2020).
Efficacy of 4% T-EDTA intravenous catheter lock solution
“ents, 4% tetrasodium ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid lock solution effectively reduces the risk of central venous access device complications” Hill and Garner (2020).
Preventing central venous catheter occlusion
“The development and implementation of CVAD occlusion resources to guide the identification and management of occlusive episodes led to a significant decrease in occlusive events” Ullman et al (2020).
Feasibility of continuous infusions of acyclovir for neonatal home care
“We describe 2 cases with confirmed or presumed neonatal herpes simplex virus encephalitis treated with acyclovir administered as a continuous-infusion at home” O’Leary et al (2020).
Case study describes 5-Fluorouracil induced extravasation injury
“Patient experienced grade 3 extravasation in her 3rd cycle following 5-fluorouracil (5-FU) administration. The suspected drug was withdrawn immediately and discontinued from the 4th cycle of the regimen” Reddy et al (2020).
Preventing unnecessary venipuncture in hospitalized patients receiving hemodialysis
“The prevention of unnecessary peripheral venipuncture in hospitalized patients receiving hemodialysis is a promising and valuable quality improvement target” McCoy et al (2020).
Case study shows extravasation with iodinated contrast media
“X-ray showed extensive extravasation with iodinated contrast media. Extravasations of high volume or high osmolality can lead to severe tissue damage” Hu and van Rijssen (2020).
Personality changes after chemotherapy initiation via implantable port system
“After administration of the first chemotherapy the patient developed acute bihemispheric cerebral infarction and myocardial ischemia due to arterio-arterial emboli with a toxic encephalopathic component” Griesinger and Weil (2020).
Venipuncture activates the cerebral cortex in children with intellectual disability
“When subjected to a painful procedure, only children with intellectual disability show an activation of the cerebral cortex, even if topical anaesthesia is applied, and express more pain than cognitively healthy peers” Bembich et al (2020).
Topical nitroglycerin for management of peripheral extravasation of vasopressors
“Here we report a case of peripheral extravasation of vasopressors, successfully managed with topical nitroglycerin in intensive care unit” Shrestha et al (2020).
Impact of pediatric size phlebotomy tubes for adult critically ill patients
“This pilot study suggests that pediatric phlebotomy tubes are acceptable to patients and can therefore be used in adult ICU patients” Barreda Garcia et al (2020).
Reducing paediatric central line-associated bloodstream infections
“Combining the key card programme with K-card audits was associated with improved maintenance bundle compliance and a reduction in CLABSI” Kamity et al (2020).
Effect of massage and EMLA cream on children during venipuncture
“Results indicated that EMLA cream was more effective than massage and a combination of EMLA and massage in reducing an increase in the HR and RR caused by pain in children” Neshat et al (2020).
Implantable port infection – possible transmission from companion dog
“This case report raises awareness on S. pseudintermedius infections transmitted from domesticated dogs to patients with any implantable device” Nomoto et al (2020).
Obtaining blood samples from peripherally inserted central catheters
“Sampling through a PICC provides reliable laboratory results for CBC, and it could reduce patients’ discomfort and increase the safety of professionals reducing the risk of accidental percutaneous needlestick injuries” Ponticelli et al (2020).
Risk factors for early IV port infections in adult oncologic patients
“Hematologic malignancy, hypoalbuminemia, leukopenia, and diabetes mellitus at the time of port placement were independent risk factors for early port infections” Skummer et al (2020).
Caring for patients receiving OPAT during the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic
“These include shortening durations of therapy, utilizing the oral route, avoiding medications requiring therapeutic drug monitoring, selecting antimicrobials with long durations, decreasing frequency of laboratory blood draws, and performing tele-health visits” Rivera et al (2020).
Right atrial thrombosis provoked by central venous catheter
“We present a case of an RA thrombosis due to dilation of the atria and trauma from an infected central venous catheter” Prudhvi et al (2020).
Improving user experience for manual injection of 2 mL viscous solutions
“Altogether, the results obtained demonstrated an improvement of the user experience with this new syringe compared to the current one in the manual delivery of 2 mL viscous solutions” Pager et al (2020).
Surgical intervention for paediatric infusion-related extravasation injury
“Extravasation injuries were mainly confined to skin and subcutaneous tissues but severe complications were also encountered” Little et al (2020).
PICC or implantable port for colorectal cancer patients – Full Text
“Port devices are associated with higher costs but fewer complications, compared to PICC in patients with colorectal cancer” Yin and Li (2020).
Development of antibiofilm hydrogels to protect central venous catheters
“Inhibiting the formation of biofilms in their early stages, in addition to their anticoagulant effect and biocompatibility, those properties could keep the functionality of CVC helping to prevent complications such as sepsis and thrombosis” Lopez-Carrizales et al (2020).
Clinical outcomes and position of umbilical venous catheters
“This study aimed to determine the incidence of umbilical venous catheter associated infection (UVCAI) in very preterm infants based on UVC tip position” Shahroor et al (2020).
KDOQI clinical practice guideline for vascular access
“The 2019 update to the KDOQI Clinical Practice Guideline for Vascular Access is a comprehensive document intended to assist multidisciplinary practitioners care for chronic kidney disease patients and their vascular access” Lok et al (2020).
Incidence of PICC associated fibroblastic sleeve and UEDVT
“If compared to fibroblastic sleeve, asymptomatic catheter-related thrombosis is less frequent (5.51%); symptomatic catheter-related thrombosis is rare (<1%)" Trezza et al (2020).
Chitosan-based dressing after PICC placement reduces the risk of bleeding and infection – Full Text
“For patients with hematological tumors, sterile chitosan-based dressing after PICC placement reduces the risk of bleeding and infection and promotes healing at the puncture site” Huang and Xu (2020).
Clinical effectiveness of flucloxacillin delivery using an elastomeric device
“In this retrospective study, the clinical effectiveness of intravenous (IV) infusion of flucloxacillin using an elastomeric device was explored in a convenience sample of patients” Zhang et al 92020).
Reconsidering the GAVeCeLT Consensus on catheter-related thrombosis
“Aims of this editorial are to readdress conclusions of the 2007 GAVeCeLT Consensus in the light of the new relevant evidences that have been added in the last 13 years and to analyze some unsolved issues that still remain debated” Pinelli et al (2020).
Does pre-procedure ultrasound increase the success of right internal jugular venous catheterization
“First puncture success rates were higher in pre-procedure US than landmark technique, 66.67% vs 27.27%, respectively” Ghode et al (2020).
How to decrease pain during venepuncture and peripheral IV cannulation
“This review examines the evidence related to pain and distress management during venepuncture and peripheral intravenous cannulation” Cozzi et al (2020).