Study examines how to walk safely with an intravenous pole

“This study aimed to examine safer turning methods by focusing on and comparing gait and turn methods in relation to stopping when executing a turn while walking with an intravenous (IV) pole” Hachigasaki (2020).

Jugular venous catheter-associated thrombosis and fatal pulmonary embolism

“Central venous catheters related thrombosis (CRT) insertion has been shown to increase the risk of venous thromboembolism, particularly pulmonary embolism (PE)” Wang et al (2020).

Problems with central venous access devices in critically ill children

“We compared different central venous access device types and these complications in the PICU” Patel et al (2020).

Microbiological stability of ganciclovir infusion bags prepared by a robotic system – Full Text

‘The aim of this study was to evaluate the feasibility of DB for the prescribing of ganciclovir (GV) infusion solutions” Krämer and Federici (2020).

Peripherally inserted central catheters in pediatric patients

“The choice of the central venous access device-particularly in oncologic children-should be based on an evaluation of clinical advantages and risks” Crocoli et al (2020).

Study identifies that just over 90% of invasive devices are intravenous catheters

“Indwelling device use appears highly prevalent in general care settings and variation among devices is common. HAI prevention strategies targeting these devices are necessary” Chen et al (2020).

Pharmacokinetics of Remdesivir an antiviral for treatment of COVID-19 – Full Text

“Remdesivir (RDV), a single diastereomeric monophosphoroamidate prodrug that inhibits viral RNA polymerases, has potent in vitro antiviral activity against SARS-CoV2” Humeniuk et al (2020).

What is the quality of Internet information about totally implantable venous access ports

“This study has showed that videos about totally implantable venous access ports are insufficient in terms of reliability and integrity and may mislead patients” Depboylu et al (2020).

BD receives order from UK government for 65 million injection devices to support COVID-19 vaccination campaign – Full Text

“Recognising the need to prepare early, the U.K. is among the first governments in the world to secure vaccine injection devices in support of a national COVID-19 vaccination campaign” BD (2020).

Metal artefact reduction algorithms in implantable port patients

“To evaluate the effect of various interactive metal artifact reduction (iMAR) algorithms on attenuation correction in the vicinity of port chambers in PET/CT” Martin et al (2020).

Predialysis nephrology care impact on initial vascular access type – Full Text

“Referral time for end-stage renal disease (ESRD) patients to nephrologists and initial vascular access method are considered significant factors that impact health outcomes at the time of hemodialysis (HD) initiation” Atieh et al (2020).

Effects of vascular access type on the survival and quality of life in hemodialysis patients – Full Text

“We investigated the relationships between HD vascular access types and all-cause mortality, health-related quality of life (HRQOL) and the degree of depression in a large prospective cohort” Kim et al (2020).

What is the role of oncology nurse in oncology clinical research?

“It will also discuss the role of the oncology nurse in managing investigational drugs (ID) when caring for a patient receiving treatment on a clinical trial and the importance of their role in the trial process” Black and Kulkarni (2020).

Smartphone application to calculate constant rate infusions and perioperative fluid drip rates – Full Text

“To compare the utility of a targeted smartphone application (TSPA) with a non-programmable calculator (NPC) when calculating fluid drip rates (FDR) and constant rate infusions” White et al (2020).

Correlation between PICC days and CLABSI rates – Full Text

“The incidence of PABSI was 1.14 per 1000 catheter days and the optimal cut-off value of catheter days to avoid a PABSI was 25 days” Park et al (2020).

How to insert central venous catheter via the internal jugular vein in neonates

“This study aimed to develop a technique for placing a 1.9 French (F) central venous catheter in the internal jugular vein of newborns” Luo et al (2020).

Is low molecular weight heparin effective for prevention of central catheter UEDVT – Full Text

“The most common thrombosis risk factor in neonates, infants and children is the placement of a central venous catheter” Pelland-Marcotte et al (2020).

Timely neonatal umbilical arterial catheter removal reduces phlebotomy associated blood loss

“UAC removal is independently associated with a marked decline in PBL. We speculate the ease and convenience of UAC blood sampling lead to more frequent blood testing and greater PBL” Carroll et al (2020).

Clinical impact of administering very high dose IV furosemide as a continuous infusion

“Very high dose furosemide continuous infusions provide a significant increase in diuresis without worsening renal function, disturbing electrolytes, or increasing the risk of ototoxicity” Wilczynski et al (2020).

Biofilm comparison of polyurethane and hydrophobic PICC

“Microbial biofilm composition did not appear to be affected by the design of peripherally inserted central catheter biomaterials or antibiotic therapy. However, the diversity of the microbial communities appeared to decrease with dwell time” Higgins et al (2020).

Scientific evidence on prevention and management of extravasation of antineoplastic agents – Full Text

“The implementation of protocols based on scientific evidence on prevention and management of extravasation of antineoplastic agents is paramount in order to provide patient safety and support to the nursing staff” Melo et al (2020).

Ultrasound-guided placement of peripherally inserted IV catheters increase catheter dwell time

“Peripheral intravenous catheters placed using ultrasound-guided methods had a significantly longer dwell time than those placed using non-ultrasound-guided methods in a cohort of hospitalized pediatric patients” Cottrell et al (2020).

How to reduce neonatal behavioural stress during venipuncture?

“Therefore, this study examined the effects of different integrations of sensory experiences-mother’s breast milk odor and taste (BM-OT), heartbeat sounds (HBs), and non-nutritive sucking (NNS)-on preterm infant’s behavioral stress during venipuncture” Wu et al (2020).

Benefits of prolonged infusion of beta-lactam antibiotics in patients with sepsis

“Prolonged infusion of beta-lactam antibiotics in comparison to the intermittent infusion has the theoretical advantage of better patient outcomes” Rafailidis et al (2020).

Review of magnetic tracking and ECG-guided PICC tip confirmation system

“To determine whether the use of a magnetic tracking and electrocardiography-guided catheter tip confirmation system (TCS) is safe and noninferior to fluoroscopy concerning positioning accuracy of a peripheral inserted central catheter” Mack et al (2020).

Predictive model of PICC associated thrombosis in cancer patients – Full Text

“To analyze the incidence of PICC associated venous thrombosis. To predict the risk factors of thrombosis. To validate the best predictive model in predicting PICC associated thrombosis” Song et al (2020).

Guidelines for the management of IV antibiotics used in OPAT services

“Based on available information sources, the present work provides prescribers and healthcare professionals with key data for the proper preparation and best administration modalities of intravenous antibiotics” Diamantis et al (2020).

Compatibility of Y-site administration of Recarbrio with a wide range of antimicrobials – Full Text

“The objective of the study is to investigate the compatibility of Y-site administration of imipenem/cilastatin/relebactam with a wide range of antimicrobials” Ghazi et al (2020).

Treatment strategy for extravasation of [177Lu]Lu-DOTATOC

“The treatment of extravasation was successful, and the redistribution of the drug can be easily verified through measurement of the dose rate at contact with the skin” Arveschoug et al (2020).

Using intracavitary ECG for tip location during central venous catheterization

“Using the catheter as a traveling intracavitary electrode, intracavitary electrocardiography is based on the increase in the detected amplitude of the P wave while approaching the cavoatrial junction” Pittiruti et al (2020).