OPAT for patients with substance use disorders – Full Text
“Our objective was to compare outcomes, especially engagement in SUD treatment, among patients with SUD who received OPAT in SNF versus other settings” Hawes et al (2026).
Effect of vein imaging device use on first-attempt peripheral intravenous catheter insertion
“The results of our study will serve as an example using the vein imaging device, aiming to increase first-attempt PIC insertion success in the PED” Yıldırım et al (2026).
Virtual reality for pain reduction during venous puncture procedures
“The findings support the feasibility and potential benefit of VR as a supportive, nonpharmacological intervention, regarding pain reduction” Rosenecker et al (2026).
PICC performance in oncology patients
“In outpatient oncology patients, PICCs showed sustained functionality, with removal mainly related to treatment completion, supporting continuity-based routine follow-up and tailored surveillance in clinically stable patients” Consolo et al (2026).
OPAT using a digital infusion pump – Full Text
“These findings confirm that a CADD-based OPAT programme considerably reduces costs on a societal perspective in a publicly funded health system and contributes to reduced hospital bed occupancy” Helleren et al (2026).
Bundle for safe insertion of long peripheral catheters
“This insertion bundle-named SILPeC (Safe Insertion of Long Peripheral Catheters-includes (1) pre-insertion assessment of the vein of the upper limbs, (2) insertion of the optimal site selection, (3) appropriate measures of asepsis, (4) ultrasound-guided puncture, (5) safe connection to infusion lines, and (6) proper device stabilization and appropriate protection of the exit site” Giustivi et al (2026).
Peripheral intravenous access in hypotensive trauma patients
“PIV access in hypotensive trauma patients succeeds approximately two-thirds of the time. The marginal yield of sequential PIV attempts declines substantially after two failed attempts” Dumas et al (2026).
PICC migration and perforation of internal jugular vein
“We present a case of perforation of the internal jugular vein caused by PICC migration in the early postoperative days following neck dissection and free flap reconstruction” Dusi et al (2026).
Dynamic risk prediction of central-line associated bloodstream infection – Full Text
“Electronic health records (EHR) often contain varying levels of missing data. This study aimed to compare different imputation strategies to identify the most appropriate missing data handling approach for predicting central line-associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI) in the presence of competing risks using EHR data” Gao et al (2026).
Complication following femoral CVC insertion – Full Text
“This report describes a patient who developed this complication after femoral CVC insertion and outlines the diagnostic approach, management, and important clinical insights” Abaei Hasani et al (2026).
Home blood collection device for remote immune monitoring – Full Text
“At-home blood collection devices (ABCDs) can facilitate study participation for remote and rural cohorts. Previous studies used ABCDs to interrogate samples by proteomics and sequencing approaches” Konecny et al (2026).
CVC malposition within the internal mammary vein – Full Text
“One exceedingly rare form of malposition is placement within the internal mammary vein. Misplacement within this vein is difficult to diagnose due to its course overlying the right cardiac border on routine chest imaging, as well as being typically subclinical in presentation” Guy et al (2026).
Peripheral intravenous catheter complications – Full Text
“An English-language European guideline for the prevention of complications associated with PIVCs is needed, featuring consensus terminology and a standardized, systematic, and transparent method for grading evidence” Mussa et al (2026).
Central venous catheter-related complications in children – Full Text
“Existing risk prediction models for central venous catheter-related complications in children demonstrate potential in terms of discrimination. However, models specifically for CLABSI are limited in number and insufficiently validated” Liu et al (2026).
Time to blood culture positivity and Candidemia management – Full Text
“Blood culture positivity times differ among Candida species. Early TTP species, such as C. albicans and C. tropicalis, were more likely to be fluconazole-susceptible, suggesting that fluconazole may be an appropriate option for empirical therapy in such infections” Öz et al (2026).
Impact of catheter duration on CLABSI risk – Full Text
“Each additional catheter-day is independently associated with a 19% increment in CLABSI odds, with an exploratory critical threshold at day 13 beyond which enhanced surveillance measures should be considered, pending external validation” Dalmanoğlu et al (2026).
OPAT in the United States survey – Full Text
“ID physicians were commonly involved in OPAT care, with many programs expanding to COpAT. Several barriers to the safe delivery of OPAT remain, including lack of institutional support, reimbursement and poor communication between stakeholders” Castellino et al (2026).
Contrast media extravasation during computed tomography – Full Text
“The preventive measures identified are based primarily on a rigorous pre-injection patient risk assessment and concern access and injection parameters. Many of the risk factors and strategies synthetised in this study are new compared to previous reviews, such as the saline venous line testing and the injection pressure/injection flow ratio” Türke et al (2026).
CVC associated vascular erosion – Full Text
“This case highlights the risk of delayed vascular erosion associated with suboptimally positioned CVCs, highlighting the diagnostic difficulty posed by TPN extravasation mimicking chylothorax. Prompt recognition of this complication is crucial to prevent adverse outcomes” Jung and Lee (2026).
Procedural pain relief in neonates – Full Text
“In neonates painful procedures are performed with minimum to no regard for pain relief. Even if neonates are unable to communicate pain, it doesn’t negate their ability to experience it. This study observed the effect of expressed breast milk (EBM) and 10% dextrose (10%D) during venipuncture in neonates” Baniya et al (2026).
Implementation of central venous access device care bundles – Full Text
“PDSA-based CLABSI bundle implementation was feasible and associated with an early reduction in CLABSI rates; however, system-level and resource constraints limited sustained improvement” Prawira et al (2026).
Pediatric PICC dislodgement rates – Full Text
“Abdominal wall-tunneled femoral PICCs significantly reduce dislodgement risk and prolong indwelling time, providing a stable central venous access for pediatric oncology patients requiring long-term therapy” Yang et al (2026).
Anti-infection double lumen CVC bundle – Full Text
“The bundle included a double-lumen noble metal alloy-coated CVC and chlorhexidine-impregnated dressings. This study evaluated whether the bundle was associated with a reduction in catheter-related infections” Lazarevic Lindblad et al (2026).
Impact of ID pharmacist review of OPAT services – Full Text
“We previously characterized a reduction in unscheduled care following implementation of ID pharmacist review of outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy plans for patients discharging from acute care” Ross et al (2026).
Upper arm PICC-port placement in breast cancer patients – Full Text
“This study describes our experience in managing three breast cancer patients with PLSVC and proposes a safe and efficient approach for port placement” Gao et al (2026).
Nurse-led vascular access team
“The implementation of a nurse-led VAST improved efficiency and safety of vascular access, demonstrating fewer insertion attempts, longer dwell times, and lower complication rates” Latos (2026).
Catheter-to-vein ratio definitions
“The catheter-to-vein ratio (CVR), a key modifiable thrombosis risk factor that primarily influences stasis, lacks a universal definition, causing variability in measurement, thresholds, and clinical use” Ahmed et al (2026).
Implanted port flush frequency
“Findings suggest that prolonged intervals between flushes may increase risks associated with stagnant IVAP contents. This research highlights the need for further studies to establish safe and evidence-based flush frequencies” Sarver et al (2026).
Extravasation of therapeutic radioligands – Full Text
“We describe two cases of [177Lu]Lu-PSMA extravasation, evaluated using a fully automated, time-resolved dosimetric workflow supporting evidence-based conservative management” Salvadori et al (2026).
Home parenteral nutrition hospital readmission rates
“The objective of this research was to evaluate hospital readmissions in patients newly discharged on HPN and to determine the 30-day hospital readmission rate, the mean number of days to hospital readmission, the day of the week of hospital discharge on HPN for readmissions, and the cause of readmission” Ivanov et al (2026).