Two case reports of retained steel insulin pump infusion set needles
“We report two cases of metal insulin infusion set needles which broke off the tubing and remained embedded in the soft tissue of two boys with T1D (five needles in one case, and one needle in the other)” Plager et al (2015) Reference: Plager, P., Murati, M.A., Moran, A. and Sunni, M. (2015) Two case […]
Article describes central catheter-related atrial thrombus
“Catheter-related atrial thrombus (CRAT) is rarely reported in this group of patients, and it can lead to serious complications” Dilek et al (2015). Reference: Dilek, M., Kaya, C., Karatas, A., Ozer, I., Arık, N. and Gulel, O. (2015) Catheter-related atrial thrombus: tip of the iceberg? Renal Failure. February 19th. [epub ahead of print]. [ctt tweet=”Article […]
Risk factors for catheter-related thrombosis
“Risk factors for catheter-related thrombosis include use of larger, multilumen, and peripherally inserted catheters in patients with cancer receiving chemotherapy. Symptomatic catheter-related thrombosis is treated with anticoagulation, generally without removing the catheter” Geerts (2014). Reference: Geerts, W. (2014) Central venous catheter-related thrombosis. Hematology: American Society of Hematology Education Program. November 18th. [epub ahead of print]. […]
Comorbidity risk factors for central-line–associated bloodstream infections
“This cohort study explored risk factors for CLABSI using 2 comorbidity classification schemes, the Charlson Comorbidity Index (CCI) and the Chronic Disease Score (CDS)” Pepina et al (2015). Reference: Pepina, C.S., Thoma, K.A., Sorkina, J.D., Leekhaa, S., Masnicka, M., Preasa, M.A., Pinelesa, L. and Harrisa, A.D. (2015) Risk Factors for Central-Line–Associated Bloodstream Infections: A Focus […]
Risk factors for early onset of catheter-related bloodstream infection
“A total of 73 CRBSI patients were retrospectively studied in relation to patients’ clinical and epidemiological data, microbiological culture, and treatment” Tao et al (2015). Reference: Tao, F., Jiang, R., Chen, Y. and Chen, R. (2015) Risk factors for early onset of catheter-related bloodstream infection in an intensive care unit in china: a retrospective study. […]
Comparison of a silver-coated needleless connector and a standard needleless connector
“…assess the impact of a novel, silver-coated needleless connectors (NCs) on central-line-associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI) rates compared with a mechanically identical NCs without a silver coating” Jacob et al (2015). Reference: Jacob, J.T., Chernetsky Tejedor, S., Dent Reyes, M., Lu, X., Easley, K.A., Aurand, W.L., Garrett, G., Graham, K., Holder, C., Robichaux, C. and Steinberg, […]
Review of central venous catheter securement
“Successful securement protects central venous catheters from several sources of failure until the end of therapy by preventing central venous catheter movement during all phases of care” Macklin and Blackburn (2015). Reference: Macklin, D and Blackburn, P.L. (2015) Central Venous Catheter Securement: Using the Healthcare and Technology Synergy Model to Take a Closer Look. The […]
Correlation between CLABSI prevention and health care reform
“…experts recognize the growing role patients’ own skin flora plays in the potential development of HAI, specifically bloodstream infections” Garrett (2015). Reference: Garrett, J.H.Jr. (2015) Correlation Between Prevention of Central Line-Associated Bloodstream Infections and Health Care Reform. The Journal of the Association for Vascular Access. 20(1), p.20-21. [ctt tweet=”Correlation between CLABSI prevention and health care […]
Technique for insertion of ultrasound-guided arm ports
“Arm port insertion under US guidance is safe and effective, and has dedicated indications” Yves Marcy et al (2015). Reference: Yves Marcy, P., Lacout, A., Thariat, J., Figl, A., Merckx, J. (2015) Ultrasound-Guided Arm Ports: Indications, Techniques, and Management. The Journal of the Association for Vascular Access. 20(1), p.26-31. [ctt tweet=”Technique for insertion of ultrasound-guided […]
Safe and effective insertion and management of peripheral intravenous catheters
“The course succeeded in its aim of increasing knowledge and skills about safe, evidence-based PIVC insertion and care to registered nurses” Higgins et al (2015). Reference: Higgins, N., Keogh, S. and Rickard, C. (2015) Evaluation of a Pilot Educational Program on Safe and Effective Insertion and Management of Peripheral Intravenous Catheters. The Journal of the […]
Review of the right internal jugular vein cross-sectional area
“We evaluated the size of RIJV at various anatomic levels in the neck to assess the most advantageous level for cannulation with patients in a flat, supine position without use of Trendelenburg” Aljure et al (2015). Reference: Aljure, O., Castillo-Pedraza, C.M., Mitzova-Vladinov, G. and Maratea, E.A. (2015) Right Internal Jugular Vein Cross-Sectional Area: Is There […]
Central venous pressure and pulmonary artery pressure monitoring
“Central venous pressure and pulmonary artery pressure are used as measures of cardiovascular filling” Gilbert (2015). Reference: Gilbert, M. (2015) Central venous pressure and pulmonary artery pressure monitoring. Anaesthesia and Intensive Care Medicine. February 18th. [epub ahead of print]. [ctt tweet=”Central venous pressure and pulmonary artery pressure monitoring http://ctt.ec/fK4g2+ @ivteam #ivteam” coverup=”fK4g2″] Abstract: Central venous […]
IV medication errors reduced following the introduction of color-coded, prefilled syringes
“A novel color-coded, prefilled syringe decreased time to medication administration and significantly reduced critical dosing errors by emergency physician and nurse teams during simulated pediatric ED resuscitations” Moreira et al (2015). Reference: Moreira, M.E., Hernandez, C., Stevens, A.D., Jones, S., Sande, M., Blumen, J.R., Hopkins, E., Bakes, K., Haukoos, J.S. (2015) Color-Coded Prefilled Medication Syringes […]
Impact of hand hygiene improvement on the incidence of irritant contact dermatitis
“…evaluate whether these interventions coincided with an increased incidence of work-related irritant contact dermatitis (ICD) attributed to hand hygiene or/and other hygiene measures in healthcare workers (HCW)” Stocks et al (2015). Reference: Stocks, S.J., McNamee, R., Turner, S., Carder, M. and Agius, R.M (2015) The impact of national level interventions to improve hygiene on the […]
Accidental bolus of parenteral nutrition
“We describe a case of a patient who received an accidental rapid bolus of PN and fat emulsion” Lodeserto et al (2015). Reference: Lodeserto, F., Al-Jaghbeer, M. and Huang, D. (2015) Accidental Bolus of Parenteral Nutrition. Journal of Parenteral & Enteral Nutrition. February 9th. [epub ahead of print]. [ctt tweet=”Accidental bolus of parenteral nutrition http://ctt.ec/acp67+ […]
Hand hygiene and aseptic techniques during routine anesthetic care
“The aim of this study was to explore the indications and occurrence of hand hygiene opportunities and the adherence to hand hygiene guidelines during routine anesthetic care in the operating room” Megeus et al (2015). Reference: Megeus, V., Nilsson, K., Karlsson, J., Eriksson, B.I. and Andersson, A.E. (2015) Hand hygiene and aseptic techniques during routine […]
Impact of an intravenous magnesium shortage on potassium doses in parenteral nutrition
“This study aimed to determine the effect of a parenteral magnesium shortage, and an institutional decision to omit magnesium from adult PN, on magnesium and potassium doses and serum concentrations” Reference: Scherkenbach, L.A., Kraft, M.D., Stout, S.M., Dorsch, M.P., Chen, X., Tran, H-D. and Pleva, M.R. (2015) Impact of an Intravenous Magnesium Shortage on Potassium […]
Comparison of documentation used to track potential catheter-associated bloodstream infections
“…it was crucial to ensure our institution’s mechanism to capture possible catheter-associated infections is validated after the adoption of a new electronic medical record system” Quijano Rondan et al (2015). Reference: Quijano Rondan, B.R., Stachel, A. and Phillips, M. (2015) Comparison of two methods of documenting urinary and central venous catheters at an academic medical […]
Using a modified Seldinger technique when placing femoral venous catheters in critically ill infants
“This paper reports our experiences of using a modified Seldinger technique to insert FVCs in our neonatal unit” Athikarisamy et al (2015). Reference: Athikarisamy, S.E., Veldman, A., Malhotra, A. and Wong, F. (2015) Using a modified Seldinger technique is an effective way of placing femoral venous catheters in critically ill infants. Acta Paediatrica. February 12. […]
Intraosseous vascular access in critically ill adults
“The aim of this literature review is to present a detailed investigation critiquing contemporary practices of intraosseous (IO) vascular access in adult patients” Garside et al (2015). Reference: Garside, J., Prescott, S. and Shaw, S. (2015) Intraosseous vascular access in critically ill adults—a review of the literature. Nursing in Critical Care. February 17th. [epub ahead […]
Prevalence and the underreporting of needlestick injuries among trainee physicians
“The high prevalence and the underreporting of non-intentional punctures places students at a higher risk of transmissible diseases. Strategies focused on prevention, monitoring, and control of accidental punctures should be implemented by hospitals, schools, and medical schools” Padrón Salas et al (2014). Reference: Padrón Salas, A., Soria Orozco, M., Gutiérrez Mendoza, L.M., Torres Montes, A., […]
Effect of chlorhexidine daily bathing on bacterial colonization in the ICU
“The aim of this study was to assess the skin bacterial richness and diversity in ICU patients and the effect of CHG daily bathing on skin microbiota” Cassir et al (2015). Reference: Cassir, N., Papazian, L., Fournier, P.E., Raoult, D. and La Scola, B. (2015) Insights into bacterial colonization of intensive care patients’ skin: the […]
Case study describes cardiac tamponade as a complication of parenteral nutrition
“Complications arising from the use of central venous catheters are numerous, but cardiac tamponade is a complication well defined, very rare and often fatal” Garcia et al (2015) Reference: Garcia, D.P., Neto, C.S., Hubner, P.N., Furtado, T.A., Petroianu, A. and Alberti, L.R. (2015) Cardiac tamponade as a complication of parenteral nutrition. International Journal of Surgery […]
Quality control in the prescription and administration of parenteral nutrition
“The objective of this study was to assess the quality of PNT at a hospital with an established nutrition support team (NST)“ Shiroma et al (2015). Reference: Shiroma, G.M., Horie, L.M., Castro, M.G., Martins, J.R., Bittencourt, A.F., Logullo, L., Teixeira da Silva, M.L. and Waitzberg, D.L. (2015) Nutrition Quality Control in the Prescription and Administration […]
Meta-analysis includes CLABSI rates in Southeast Asia
“The pooled incidence density of VAP, CLABSI and CAUTI was 14·7 per 1000 ventilator-days (95% CI: 11·7-17·8), 4·7 per 1000 catheter-days days (95% CI: 2·9-6·5) and 9·1 per 1000 catheterdays (95% CI: 6·2-11·9), respectively” Ling et al (2015). Reference: Ling, M.L., Apisarnthanarak, A. and Madriaga, G. (2015) Systematic Literature Review and Meta-analysis of the Burden […]
Systematic review of patient-related risk factors for catheter-related thrombosis
“To identify patient-related risk factors for venous thrombosis in patients with central venous catheters (CVC) or peripherally inserted central catheters (PICC)” Leung et al (2015). Reference: Leung, A., Heal, C., Perera, M. and Pretorius, C. (2015) A systematic review of patient-related risk factors for catheter-related thrombosis. Journal of Thrombosis and Thrombolysis. February 14th. [epub ahead […]
Article describes use of peripherally inserted central catheters in burn patients
“Although PICCs are adequate for burn patient care, there are no protocols or guidelines covering rational and safe usage of PICCs. Standard guidelines on PICC placement and management specifically for burn patient should be developed” Younghwan et al (2015).
Ethanol lock randomized controlled trial examines risk of hemodialysis catheter infection
“Clinical studies of ethanol lock to prevent catheter-related infections (CRIs) suggest preventive efficacy” Souweine et al (2015). Reference: Souweine, B., Lautrette, A., Gruson, D., Canet, E., Klouche, K., Argaud, L., Bohe, J., Garrouste-Orgeas, M., Mariat, C., Vincent, F., Cayot, S., Cointault, O., Lepape, A., Guelon, D., Darmon, M., Vesin, A., Caillot, N., Schwebel, C., Boyer, […]
Systematic review of extravasation and local tissue injury from the administration of vasopressors
“The aim of this study was to collect and describe all published reports of local tissue injury or extravasation from vasopressor administration via either peripheral intravenous (IV) or central venous catheter” Loubani and Green (2015). Reference: Loubani, O.M. and Green, R.S. (2015) A systematic review of extravasation and local tissue injury from administration of vasopressors […]
Risk factors associated with peripherally inserted central venous catheter-related venous thrombosis
“To evaluate the risk factors associated with an increased risk of symptomatic peripherally inserted central venous catheter (PICC)-related venous thrombosis” Pan et al (2014). Reference: Pan, L., Zhao, Q. and Yang, X. (2014) Risk factors for venous thrombosis associated with peripherally inserted central venous catheters. International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Medicine. 7(12), p.5814-9. [ctt […]