Relationships of intraosseous and systemic pressure waveforms
“The objective was to explore the relationship between hemodynamic parameters (blood pressures) measured through an IO
Peripherally inserted central catheters in patients with hematological malignancies
“In this study we presented our experience with peripherally inserted central venous catheter (PICC) in patients with hematological malignancies” Mitrović et al (2014).
CT of bronchopulmonary veins in patients with superior vena cava obstruction
“The purpose of this study was to show the arrangement and connections of the bronchopulmonary veins (i.e., vessels draining
Meta-analysis investigates the use of antimicrobial lock solutions
“In order to investigate the efficacy of antimicrobial lock therapy to prevent central-line-associated bloodstream infections
Double-lumen right jugular catheter associated sub-endothelial abscess
“Herein, we report a case of an uncommon abscess, a sub-endothelial abscess between the transition of the superior vena cava and the right atrium.” Lima et al (2014). Abstract: Endocarditis is a type of infection that is common in internal medicine wards and in haemodialysis clinics. The location that is most affected are the heart […]
Impact of copper in the reduction of CLABSI
“We conducted a clinical trial to determine the impact of coating surfaces with copper in reducing hospital-acquired infections,
Measurement of cardiac index using an implanted central venous access port
“The validity of the measurement by a port-a-catheter of the absolute cardiac index and the detection of changes in cardiac
Dual-lumen chest port infection rates in patients with head and neck cancer
“The aim of this study was to investigate dual-lumen chest port infection rates in patients with head and neck cancer (HNC)
Dissection of the posterior wall by guide-wire during internal jugular vein catheterization
“We report a case of posterior wall hematoma formation in the internal jugular vein after the puncture of central vein.”
Accidental insertion of left femoral central venous catheter into the iliolumbar vein
“We present a unique but dangerous positioning of a left femoral central venous catheter into the iliolumbar vein.” Shinoda et
Monitoring and reporting transfusion reactions as a quality indicator
“This audit was conducted as a part of a quality assurance activity to assess the frequency of receiving completely filled out
Prophylaxis and treatment of heparin-induced thrombocytopenia
“Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) is a rare but potentially severe complication of heparin therapy that is strongly
Intravenous drugs infusion safety through smart pumps
“The Hospira MedNetTM system detects deviations from the established protocols of intravenous infusion, preventing in
Accuracy and consistency of modern elastomeric pumps
“The safety and reliability of infusion pumps are dependent on their flow rate accuracy and consistency. Knowledge of pump
Complications of central venous stenosis due to hemodialysis catheters
“We describe four patients with various manifestations of central venous stenosis and SVC syndrome.” Rinat et al (2014).
Indocyanine green video angiography predicts outcome of extravasation injuries
“Here, we demonstrate that the evaluation of blood flow by indocyanine green (ICG) angiography in the extravasation area predicts
Review of antiseptic agents for central venous implanted port management
“Here, we prospectively examined the frequency of CV port-related infections when the disinfectant was changed from 10% povidone
Did hospital engagement networks improve care standards
“Recently, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released results of its Partnership for Patients Program (PPP) and
Comparison of paediatric and adult transfusion reactions
“To our knowledge this is the first study to provide detailed comparisons of acute transfusion reactions to all blood
Lean methodology to guide IV compounding workflow
“Quality improvements achieved by a hospital pharmacy through the use of lean methodology to guide i.v. compounding
Implementation of standardized pediatric IV medication concentrations
“The development and implementation of a comprehensive and standardized list of pediatric i.v. medication
Authors review the stability of ertapenem solution in syringes
“The stability of ertapenem solution in syringes at room, refrigerator, and freezer temperatures was determined
Establishment of a rabbit model for peripherally inserted central catheter
“We have succeeded in establishing the rabbit model for peripherally inserted central catheter, and provided a
Evaluation of peripherally inserted central catheters in orthopedic patients
“Based on the data collected, it can be concluded that PICCs are reliable devices for a wide variety of intravenous infusions used in
Patency rates among heparin-bonded and conventional polytetrafluoroethylene hemodialysis grafts
“We aimed to compare patency and complication rates of upper extremity conventional versus heparin-bonded AVGs.” Cox et al
Review of a novel catheter positioning system for central venous catheters
“James A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital tested an advanced electronic positioning system for central lines that could hypothetically
Hemoclips of a band released after recovery of a stenosed shunt
“A man aged 30 years with a brachiocephalic arteriovenous fistula in the left upper arm developed clinical complaints of a cold left hand due
Eliminating PICC infections in a complex patient population
“In response to Medicare reimbursement changes related to central line-associated blood stream infection (CLABSI) effective January 2011,
Strategies for improving peripheral venous catheter outcomes
“We report the opinions of a panel of infection prevention experts convened during the 2012 World Congress on Vascular Access. The panel
Influence of antimicrobial peripherally inserted central catheters on CLABSI rates
“The use of an antimicrobial PICC in conjunction with current infection prevention practices resulted in a statistically significant decrease in