Implantable ports for intravenous access in electroconvulsive therapy
“There was a low rate of serious complications, and no fatalities were associated with having a port. We conclude that the use of ports is a safe and important option for IV access, especially in patients receiving maintenance ECT” Entenman and Maixner (2026).
Aims of aseptic technique undertaken by nurses – Full Text
“Nurses agree on some, but not all, key issues related to aseptic technique. The decision to undertake aseptic technique appears to depend on the venue, experience, and perceptions of the invasiveness of the procedure” Hawker et al (2026).
Effect of active noise cancellation during pediatric peripheral IV catheter insertion
“We evaluated the effect of active noise-canceling (ANC) earphones on the outcomes of pediatric peripheral intravenous catheter (PIVC) insertion” Lee et al (2026).
Detecting surgical glove breaches
“Surgical glove breaches may compromise the aseptic barrier and pose risks to surgical staff. Double gloving with an indicator system improves breach detection compared with similar colored double gloves or single gloving. This study evaluates the performance of market-leading indicator gloves for breach detection” Dziak et al (2026).
Ambulatory oncology nursing preceptor experience
“This quality improvement project aimed to streamline orientation and reduce preceptor burden by implementing an electronic competency tracking platform, which organized nursing competencies into four progressive levels and enabled real-time documentation, resource linkage, and communication among preceptors, educators, and leadership” Caffrey and Scuralli (2026).
Drug library for continuous infusions in a paediatric intensive care unit
“This scalable model demonstrates how smart pumps, EMR integration and multidisciplinary training can significantly reduce continuous infusion errors in PICUs, enhancing safety for vulnerable paediatric patients and providing a framework for adoption in other high-risk settings like emergency departments and subspecialty wards” Osman et al (2026).
Machine learning algorithms for predicting CRBSI – Full Text
“Our study develops and validates an interpretable machine learning model using readily available clinical variables to accurately predict the risk of MDR-CRBSI at an early stage” Wang et al (2026).
Caregiver burden during home parenteral nutrition
“This study demonstrates that safe and high-quality home parenteral nutrition depends on more than technical training alone. Integrated post-discharge support, continuous caregiver education, and accessible home care services are essential to reduce complications and caregiver burden” Tamer et al (2026).
Stability of meropenem during extended infusion
“Meropenem can remain stable for up to 12 hours when formulated in a polyvinyl chloride bag containing 100 mL of NS stored at 23-25 °C.” Howington et al (2026).
Intensive care unit CLABSI rates
“The aim of this study was to determine the incidence of CLABSIs in the intensive care units (ICUs) of a tertiary care hospital” Padmaja et al (2026).
Patient benefits and economic sustainability of OPAT
“The OPAT v2.0 model demonstrates clinical and economic effectiveness, reducing hospital costs and improving quality of care” Lacerenza et al (2026).
Prevention of catheter-related thrombosis – Full Text
“In this study, we aimed to develop a survival model to facilitate personalised CRT prevention strategies” Ge et al (2026).
Handling sterile materials and medications in anaesthetic areas
“This article emphasizes the importance of strict hygiene regulations in anesthesia and functional areas to prevent nosocomial infections” Schulz-Stübner and Bushuven (2026)
Reconstructing the CAJ lesion in hemodialysis patients with SVC syndrome
“We evaluated the technical and clinical outcomes of Viabahn VBX stent grafts used for reconstructing the CAJ lesion in hemodialysis patients with SVC syndrome” Yu et al (2026).
Implementing extravasation toolkit in critical care
“Multidisciplinary engagement and structured protocols significantly enhanced recognition and response to extravasation injuries in critical care. Broader adoption of national guidance and continued education may further reduce harm and promote consistency in intravenous therapy practices across acute care settings” Millen (2026).
Peripheral intravenous catheter insertion in the emergency department
“This review will identify techniques and technologies that improve PIVC insertion success and function in the ED. By analysing pooled outcomes, the researchers aim to provide recommendations to enhance PIVC insertion success, and ultimately patient outcomes” Daglish et al (2026).
OPAT clinic for pediatric infectious conditions – Full Text
“This study underscores the safety of OPAT. Supported by a multidisciplinary team, the program effectively treated common infections primarily using ceftriaxone. Most patients maintained peripheral IV access without significant complications” Alsharrah and Jadavji (2026).
Standardized venous assessment improves PIVC outcomes
“Standardized venous assessment with objective escalation to ultrasound improves PIVC outcomes and eliminates observed racial- and sex-based disparities” Bahl et al (2026).
Difficult catheter advancement in neonatal PICC insertion
“DCA occurred in 21.01% of neonatal PICC insertions; Late insertion, weight < 1000 g at insertion, and lower-limb sites were independent risk factors, while intraprocedural ultrasound and first‑attempt puncture success were protective factors" Wei et al (2026).
PICC use in intensive care – Full Text
“Obtaining central venous access is a priority in the management of every critically ill patient, since it provides a more stable access than peripheral vascular access and allows the administration of several drugs simultaneously (multi-lumen catheters), even irritating medications, and the performance of techniques (such as dialysis with a proper catheter)” Veiga et al (2026).
Reducing VAD failure with online training for nursing staff – Full Text
“The online training program significantly improved nurses’ theoretical knowledge and reduced complications related to Midline devices. However, to achieve a broader impact on VAD-associated complications, structured and continuous training programs are needed” Aula et al (2026).
Taurolock and heparin lock solution comparison – Full Text
“Our study demonstrates a higher incidence of CRBSI in the Heparin group compared to the Taurolock solution and a similar effectiveness of the Taurolock solution in preventing catheter dysfunction over Heparin” Jeelani et al (2026).
Difficult venous access in blood sampling – Full Text
“Difficult venous access (DVA) affects 10-26% of hospitalized patients and up to 60% in high-risk populations, leading to increased patient discomfort, delayed diagnosis, and substantial healthcare costs estimated at $4.7 billion annually in the United States” Mussa et al (2026).
Transthoracic ultrasound catheter PICC tip localization – Full Text
“This study suggests that non-contrast TTE shows reasonable consistency with IC-ECG, with short operation time and acceptable patient discomfort. TTE may serve as a feasible, real-time, non-invasive alternative for patients in whom IC-ECG cannot be used” Xin et al (2026).
Postimplantation bleeding at CVC exit site
“In this case report, we describe a simple bedside method for precise localization of the bleeding spot and targeted placement of a compression suture to arrest exit site bleeding from a TDC” Sathiavageesan (2026).
Central line-associated thrombosis and infections in patients with acute leukemia
“This review explores the complex, intricately intertwined pathophysiological mechanisms underlying this relationship in patients with acute leukemia. Catheter bacterial colonization, frequently reinforced by biofilm formation, and bloodstream infections provoke immunothrombosis, playing a part in local infection management” Alsuliman et al (2026).
Biofilms in hemodialysis catheters – Full Text
“We provide a comparative analysis of lock agents, contrasting the broad lytic potential of ethanol (the “nuclear option”) with the safety profile of taurolidine and the pharmacological nuances of amphotericin B and echinocandins” Shi et al (2026).
Surveillance of central line-associated bloodstream infections at a pediatric medical center
“We assessed the accuracy of a large language model (LLM) for clinical decision support for central line-associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI) identification” Stevenson et al (2026).
Catheter-related intracardiac thrombosis in children
“Our findings suggest that intracardiac thrombosis may develop silently in patients with long-term central venous catheters, supporting consideration of routine echocardiographic screening in high-risk subgroups” Arslan et al (2026).
Daily central line necessity review
“Implementing a standardized smartphrase for daily central line necessity review is a feasible and effective strategy to promote adherence to best practices. The expansion into a system-wide smart link reflects strong provider engagement and institutional support. This approach holds promise for reducing central line days and improving patient safety outcomes” Haney et al (2026).