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Use of AccuVein™ when administering dermal filler injections

“Near-infrared technology is used to map out superficial veins to improve the safety of esthetic dermal filler injections.” Lee (2014). Reference: Lee, G.S. (2014) Use of AccuVein™ for preventing complications from accidental venipuncture when administering dermal filler injections. Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy. 16, p.1-2. [ctt tweet=”Use of AccuVein™ when administering dermal filler injections […]

Improvement methodologies in an outpatient oncology infusion unit

“…patient wait times in the outpatient oncology infusion unit indicated a need to streamline phlebotomy processes by using existing resources to decrease laboratory turnaround time.” Gjolaj et al (2014). Reference: Gjolaj, L.N., Gari, G.A., Olier-Pino, A.I., Garcia, J.D. and Fernandez, G.L. (2014) Decreasing Laboratory Turnaround Time and Patient Wait Time by Implementing Process Improvement Methodologies […]

Extravasation secondary to umbilical venous catheter complications

“We report the case of a neonate who was found at 10 days of age to have large pleural and peritoneal effusions and a massive fluid collection in the liver due to malposition of a UVC.” Yeh et al (2014) Reference: Yeh, J., Vargas, J.H., Wozniak, L.J., Smith, J.B., Boechat, M.I. and Touma, M. (2014) […]

Chlorhexidine intravenous site care of tunneled central venous catheters

“The aim of this study was to assess the efficacy of chlorhexidine solutions and a 5% povidone-iodine solution on the incidence of CVC-related infections in children on HD.” Paglialonga et al (2014). Reference: Paglialonga, F., Consolo, S., Biasuzzi, A., Assomou, J., Gattarello, E., Patricelli, M.G., Giannini, A., Chidini, G., Napolitano, L. and Edefonti, A. (2014) […]

Paediatric CLABSI rates following emergency inter-hospital transfer

“We determined whether bloodstream infection (BSI) occurred more frequently in children admitted to PICU after inter-hospital transfer compared to within-hospital admissions.” Harron et al (2014). Reference: Harron, K., Mok, Q., Parslow, R., Muller-Pebody, B., Gilbert, R. and Ramnarayan, P. (2014) Risk of bloodstream infection in children admitted to paediatric intensive care units in England and […]

Implantable port use in total parenteral nutrition administration

“Central venous access through CV ports reduces patient’s burden and complications, and it contributes to maintaining a patient’s quality of life(QOL)” Washizawa et al (2014).

Mortality associated with central line bloodstream infection

“CLABSI is associated with a significantly increased risk of death supporting the use of extensive efforts to reduce these infections.” Ziegler et al (2014). Reference: Ziegler, M.J., Pellegrini, D.C. and Safdar, N. (2014) Attributable mortality of central line associated bloodstream infection: systematic review and meta-analysis. Infection. October 21st. [epub ahead of print]. [ctt tweet=”Mortality associated with […]

CLABSI definition in neonates with GI conditions

“…definition for central line–associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI) in neonates with presumed mucosal barrier injury due to gastrointestinal (MBI-GI) conditions” Coffin et al (2014). Reference: Coffin, S.E., Klieger, S.B., Duggan, C., Huskins, W.C., Milstone, A.M., Potter-Bynoe, G., Raphael, B., Sandora, T.J., Song, X., Zerr, D.M. and Lee, G.M. (2014) Central Line–Associated Bloodstream Infections in Neonates with […]

CLABSI rates before and after central line bundle intervention

“The aim of the following study was to find out the CLABSI rate before and after central line (CL) bundle intervention and compare the outcome with international surveillance data.” Bukhari et al (2014). Reference: Bukhari, S., Banjar, A., Baghdadi, S., Baltow, B., Ashshi, A. and Hussain, W. (2014) Central line associated blood stream infection rate […]

Defining central venous catheter tip position in children

“The purpose of this study is to analyse literature related to the position of centrally inserted central venous catheters and to review topics related to assessment of tip position.” Perin and Scarpa (2014). Reference: Perin, G. and Scarpa, M.G. (2014) Defining central venous line position in children: tips for the tip. The Journal of Vascular […]

Review of Sherlock 3CG tip positioning system

“In this observational study, we investigated how the Sherlock 3CG Tip Positioning System would affect peripherally inserted central catheter malposition rates” Johnston et al (2013). Reference: Johnston, A.J., Holder, A., Bishop, S.M., See, T.C. and Streater, C.T. (2014) Evaluation of the Sherlock 3CG Tip Confirmation System on peripherally inserted central catheter malposition rates. Anaesthesia. July […]

Purple glove syndrome in a one day old infant

“A 1-day-old term asphyxiated neonate developed purple discoloration of hand 10 minutes after intravenous infusion of phenytoin” Shah and Dahodwala (2014). Reference: Shah, A.M. and Dahodwala, A. (2014) Purple glove syndrome following intravenous phenytoin. Indian pediatrics. 51(9), p.763-4. [ctt tweet=”Purple glove syndrome in a one day old infant http://ctt.ec/eZ70N+ @ivteam #ivteam” coverup=”eZ70N”] Extract: “Purple glove […]

Extravasation rate associated with intravenous chemotherapy

“This study aims to determine the rate of extravasation with intravenous chemotherapy in a major hospital where chemotherapy is delivered in various departments other than the oncology department.” Tan and Phua (2014). Reference: Tan, A.L. and Phua, V.C. (2014) Chemotherapy extravasation at hospital pulau pinang, malaysia. The Medical Journal of Malaysia. 69(3), p.124-5. [ctt tweet=”Extravasation rate […]

Review of sharps purchased by trusts in England in 2014

“Nearly three quarters of sharps purchased by trusts in England in 2014 do not have safety mechanisms designed to prevent needlestick injuries.” [No authors listed] (2014). Reference: [No authors listed] (2014) Most sharps pose safety risk to staff. Nursing Standard. 29(7), p.10. [ctt tweet=”Review of sharps purchased by trusts in England in 2014 http://ctt.ec/atsiA+ @ivteam […]

Do clinicians know which of their patients have central venous catheters?

“Complications associated with central venous catheters (CVCs) increase over time. Although early removal of unnecessary CVCs is important to prevent complications, the extent to which clinicians are aware that their patients have a CVC is unknown.” Chopra et al (2014). Reference: Chopra, V., Govindan, S., Kuhn, L., Ratz, D., Sweis, R.F., Melin, N., Thompson, R., […]

Candidaemia bundle compliance and clinical outcomes

“The Mycoses Forum in Japan has developed management bundles for candidaemia to incorporate into bedside practice. The aim of this study was to investigate nationwide compliance with the bundles and their impact on clinical outcomes.” Reference: Takesue, Y., Ueda, T., Mikamo, H., Oda, S., Takakura, S., Kitagawa, Y. and Kohno, S. (2014) Management bundles for […]

Complication of central venous catheters in targeted anticancer therapy

“Incidence and nature of complications of central venous catheter have been well established for long-term chemotherapy. However, very sparse data exists on the incidence of complications of molecularly targeted therapies administered through a central venous catheter.” Berardi et al (2014). Reference: Berardi, R., Rinaldi, S., Santini, D., Vincenzi, B., Giampieri, R., Maccaroni, E., Marcucci, F., […]

Skill development in ultrasound vascular access: A simple tissue model

“We have developed a tissue model for the practice and skills development in ultrasound vascular access.” Baddoo et al (2014). Reference: Baddoo, H., Djagbletey, R. and Owoo, C. (2014) A simple tissue model for practicing ultrasound guided vascular cannulation. Ghana Medical Journal. 48(1), p.47-9. [ctt tweet=”Skill development in ultrasound vascular access: A simple tissue model http://ctt.ec/0QCVK+ […]

Central venous catheter related risk factors for BSI in children

“The use of central venous catheters (CVCs) has greatly improved the quality of care in children receiving chemotherapy, yet these catheters may cause serious infectious complications. The aim of this prospective registry study was to assess the host and CVC-related risk factors for blood stream infections (BSIs).” Yacobovich et al (2014). Reference: Yacobovich, J., Ben-Ami, […]

Prediction model for diagnosing blood stream infections in children

“We developed a diagnostic prediction model for BSI in febrile pediatric oncology patients without severe neutropenia. External validation is warranted before use in clinical practice.” Esbenshade et al (2014). Reference: Esbenshade, A.J., Di Pentima, M.C., Zhao, Z., Shintani, A., Esbenshade, J.C., Simpson, M.E., Montgomery, K.C., Lindell, R.B., Lee, H., Wallace, A., Garcia, K.L., Moons, K.G.M. […]

IV infiltration algorithm developed to improve neonatal infusion therapy

“The purpose of this quality improvement project was to develop an algorithm and assess its effectiveness in reducing PIV infiltrations in neonates.” Wilder et al (2014). Reference: Wilder, K.A., Kuehn, S.C. and Moore, J.E. (2014) Peripheral Intravenous and Central Catheter Algorithm: A Proactive Quality Initiative. Advances in Neonatal Care. October 13th. [epub ahead of print]. […]