PICC-related thrombosis prevention in breast cancer patients
“To explore the behavioral intention of breast cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy to prevent PICC-related thrombosis based on the theory of planned behavior (TPB)” Zhang et al (2024).
Chest xray landmarks that indicate cavoatrial junction CVC tip position
“This study aims to better define the relationship between the cavoatrial junction (CAJ) and selected X-ray landmarks” Kandasamy et al (2024).
Intraosseous access pediatric patients
“This retrospective analysis of pediatric patients in a prehospital setting suggests that IO line placement at the distal femur might offer a marginally higher success rate compared to the proximal tibia” Zitek et al (2024).
Portable fluid administration system for rhinoceroses – Full Text
“Intravenous (iv) fluid administration might therefore be useful to mitigate dehydration; however, special requirements need to be met to make iv fluid administration suitable for large, wild rhinoceroses during transport” Leiberich et al (2024).
Review of vascular access device complications
“To investigate whether there are differences in the incidence of complications and indwelling time between the use of midline catheters and central venous catheters as intravenous infusion tools” Li et al (2024).
Impact of UEDVT in pediatric cancer patients
“Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is a well-recognized complication in pediatric cancer patients. We aimed to determine the frequency of central venous catheter (CVC) removal and survival impact of children with cancer who develop VTE” MacDonald et al (2024).
IVTEAM24 – Free Annual IV Conference from IVTEAM
EVENT ENDED “The event is still free (thanks to our sponsors). Our speakers (as usual) are delivering sessions that focus on putting evidence and expertise into practice; we have continued to design the day around short sessions interspersed with plenty of networking opportunities” IVTEAM (2024)
Prehospital central venous catheter placement
“Central venous catheters can be effectively placed in the prehospital environment. Rapid, high-volume infusion of blood products can be lifesaving” Studer et al (2024).
Review of fluid resuscitation in trauma
“There have been numerous changes in resuscitation strategies for severely injured patients over the last several decades. Certain strategies, such as aggressive crystalloid resuscitation, have largely been abandoned because of the high incidence of complications and worsening of trauma-induced coagulopathy” Dhillon et al (2024).
Catheter-related candidemia in non-ICU patients – Full Text
“During the COVID-19 pandemic, Candida spp. was a notable cause of CRBSIs in our center, underscoring the importance of considering Candida spp. in suspected CRBSI cases, including those in non-ICU settings and in those with PVADs” Scaglione et al (2024).
Neonatal sedation during CICC placement
“Critically ill newborns admitted to Neonatal Intensive Care Unit often require a centrally inserted central catheter. Achieving an appropriate level of sedation and analgesia is paramount for procedure success and patient safety, avoiding the potential risks associated with excessive deep sedation” Barone et al (2024).
Including vascular access in advanced care planning
“Advance care planning (ACP) is a process where individuals identify, express, and communicate their personal values, life goals, and preferences for care. ACP may be feasible in chemotherapy infusion centers or chronic dialysis centers during patient treatment” Yamarik et al (2024).
Outpatient parenteral antibiotic therapy in lung transplant recipients – Full Text
“OPAT is an effective and safe therapeutic modality for bacterial eradication post-LTx, associated with a significant reduction in hospitalization days and treatment costs” Bart et al (2024).
History of hemodialysis vascular access – Full Text
“The use of AVGs and tunneled central venous catheters increased progressively to the point that, in 1997, the first evidence-based clinical practice guidelines for HD vascular access recommended that they only be used if a functioning AVF could not be established” Besarab et al (2024).
CRBSI treatment case study – Full Text
“We present a case of an immunocompetent pediatric patient with severe hemophilia B and M. cosmeticum CRBSI. While the patient’s hemophilia B precluded a standard line holiday, he successfully cleared his infection with two line exchanges followed by two weeks of antibiotics” Turock et al (2024).
Predicting catheter-related thrombosis in cancer patients – Full Text
“Catheter-related thrombosis (CRT) is a common complication for patients who receive central venous catheter (CVC) placement. This study investigated the risk factors for CRT and developed a nomogram for CRT prediction among cancer patients” Wang et al (2024).
Central venous port associated sterile inflammation – Full Text
“Here, we report a case of sterile inflammation along a tunneled catheter pathway after trabectedin infusion from the CVP, with residual postinflammatory changes even after CVP removal” Kamohara et al (2024).
Cochrane review protocol to assess vascular access devices in people diagnosed with cancer – Full Text
“To assess the relative effectiveness and vascular access device (VAD)-related complications of VADs in people requiring prolonged systemic anti-cancer treatment” Duggan et al (2024).
Infusion therapy during future pandemics – Full Text
“This study examined how certain nursing practices may have impacted central line-associated bloodstream infection rates among ICU patients with COVID-19 during the first few months of the pandemic” Weaver et al (2024).
Invasive candida infections in neonatal intensive care units – Full Text
“This review aims to provide an overview of risk factors for invasive Candida infections and current perspectives regarding antifungal prophylaxis use” Dermitzaki et al (2024).
Accidental intra-arterial administration of medication – Full Text
“Difficult intravenous (IV) access may be associated with unintentional arterial cannulation. If IV access is difficult or the free IV drip is sluggish, strict vigilance and repeated confirmation are needed to prevent unintentional arterial cannulation” Kunioku et al (2024).
Non-tunneled haemodialysis CRBSI study – Full Text
“Our results show high rates of infection with temporary vascular catheters in Sri Lanka, mainly due to Gram-positive bacteria. Diabetes mellitus, duration of catheterisation, low serum albumin, haemoglobin level and CBS on admission were identified as significant risk factors for CRBSI” Muthukuda et al (2024).
Peripheral IV catheter care protocols and patient safety outcomes – Full Text
“A total of 24% of patients experienced PVC loss within the first 24 h after insertion. Failure to comply with the protocol resulted in 80% more catheter loss and increased the cost of cannulation by 46.84%. Low compliance with PVC care protocols significantly increases the risk of catheter loss, suggesting the need for increased training and strict protocol implementation” Bibiano Guillén et al (2024).
Review of nurses knowledge of aseptic non touch technique – Full Text
“ANTT knowledge is insufficient among nurses in China, and its importance is not widely recognised. Continuous efforts are required to strengthen this knowledge. Constructing sustained, multiform, and stratified training programmes may represent an effective method to strengthen ANTT knowledge among nurses and promote its clinical use” Chen et al (2024).
PipTaz elastomeric pump stability study – Full Text
“Bacterial respiratory tract infections (e.g., in patients with cystic fibrosis) may be treated with the intravenous infusion of a piperacillin/tazobactam (P/T) solution through an elastomeric device. In the present work, we combined a 24-h drug stability study with an assessment of the drug solution flow rate during an in vitro simulated infusion” Négrier et al (2024).
Antibiotic lock therapy in pediatric oncology and hematology patients – Full Text
“One of the main drawbacks of tunneled central venous catheters (CVCs) is catheter-related bloodstream infections (CRBSIs). Antibiotic lock therapy (ALT) can be combined with systemic antibiotics to achieve catheter salvage” de Frutos Porras et al (2024).
Training for ultrasound-guided CICC placement in newborns – Full Text
“Centrally inserted central catheters (CICCs) are increasingly used in neonatal care. CICCs have garnered attention and adoption owing to their advantageous features. Therefore, achieving clinical competence in ultrasound-guided CICC insertion in term and preterm infants is of paramount importance for neonatologists” Zini et al(2024).
Reducing plastic waste in ITU from longer use of IV administration sets – Full Text
“This study demonstrates the benefits of 7-day replacement intervals for intravenous administration and invasive monitoring sets. We established this in terms of waste reduction, patient safety and costs” Schluep et al (2024).
Long peripheral venous catheter performance – Full Text
“The rapid dissemination of portable ultrasound machines has eased ultrasound-guided intravenous access and facilitated increased use of long peripheral venous catheters (LPCs). This study aimed to evaluate the clinical performance and complications of LPCs” Krath et al (2024).
Central venous catheter bundle study – Full Text
“The main aim of this study was to assess the prevalence of CBRSIs in an intensive care unit following international literature guidelines for managing vascular lines in critically ill patients. These guidelines include changing vascular lines every 7 days, using needle-free devices and port protectors, standardising closed infusion lines, employing chlorhexidine-impregnated dressings, and utilising sutureless devices for catheter securement” Lucchini et al (2024).