Virtual reality versus tablet for procedural comfort in children – Full Text
“This study suggests that the type of technology used as a support for the game has a minimal effect on the child’s experience, with both groups reporting low pain and anxiety levels, minimal physical restraint, and high enjoyment” Zavlanou et al (2024).
IV catheterization techniques in pigs – Full Text
“Coupled with the poor peripheral vascular access associated with pigs, this presents a challenge for many new graduates and other primary care veterinarians seeking to improve their knowledge of porcine handling, anatomy, and medical care. Furthermore, much of the available veterinary literature regarding porcine venous access is dated, limited to technical notes, or inaccessible to many primary care veterinarians” Elane et al (2024).
Portable elastomeric pumps real-life data evaluation
“OPAT through portable elastomeric infusion pumps proved to be safe and effective. It also contributed to the reduction of healthcare costs, fully respecting the principles of personalized medicine. This strategy has emerged as a promising tool for antibiotic stewardship and infection control” Giuliano et al (2024).
Simulation-based PICC insertion training program
“This simulation-based training program significantly improved residents’ peripherally inserted central venous catheter placement skills using either modality” Corvetto et al (2024).
Evaluation of novel dermatotomy device for central venous cannulation – Full Text
“The wire-guided scalpel was effective in performing dermatotomy for CVC with a 100% success rate and a very high first-attempt rate. The wire-guided scalpel may decrease bleeding at the CVC insertion site” Keeyapaj et al (2024).
Needlestick injury and timely postexposure prophylaxis
“Needlestick injuries pose a risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens, such as HIV, Hepatitis B, and Hepatitis C. Risk mitigation strategies should be reexamined in light of newer vaccines and therapeutics” Han et al (2024).
Long-term dialysis catheter-associated Agromyces mediolanus bacteremia
“Human infections caused by Agromyces mediolanus are rare; it has been reported twice, and both cases were associated with prolonged use of catheters, not only parenteral catheter but also peritoneal catheter, which is of special importance for patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD)” Haq et al (2023).
Impact of technology-based devices on the first-attempt PIVC success
“Based on our findings, the prioritization of device usage to increase the FASR of PIVC in pediatric patients with DIVA is as follows: USG, NIR, SC, and TI, respectively” Hosseini et al (2024).
CLABSI salvage strategy for children with long-term CVC
“We evaluated the occurrence of catheter salvage strategy (CSS) in children with S. aureus LTCVC-associated CLABSI and assessed determinants of CSS failure” Devautour et al (2024).
Improving IV fluid management in the ED – Full Text
“The IV fluid prescriptions’ appropriateness was significantly higher after guideline implementation. However, documentation quality of fluid management was poor in the studied ED records” eWuytst al (2024).
Maintaining CVC function in hemodialysis patients
“Ticagrelor may reduce the incidence of catheter dysfunction and prolong the life time of the catheter by preventing and reducing the thrombosis of TCC in MHD patients, without obvious side effects” Shen et al (2024).
Increasing enteral antibiotics in hospitalized children
“We observed increased enteral antibiotic doses for children hospitalized with common bacterial infections. Interventions targeting culture change and communication were associated with sustained improvement” Molloy et al (2024).
Malpositioning of internal jugular central venous catheters – Full Text
“We present two cases, in which a dual-lumen, non-tunneled temporary hemodialysis catheter was inadvertently inserted into the left common carotid artery and in the left innominate vein” Rodriguez et al (2024).
Health care student attitudes to transfusion refusal by patients – Full Text
“This study investigates the opinions of master’s students in nursing and midwifery regarding the attitudes of Jehovah’s Witnesses towards refusing blood transfusions” Domaradzki et al (2024).
Comparison of fungal and bacterial infections in ITU – Full Text
“To investigate the impact of fungal infections among critically ill patients with advanced liver disease, and compare outcomes to those of patients with bacterial infections” Khan et al (2024).
Thirty years experience with plasma for transfusion medicine – Full Text
“Appropriate use of plasma transfusion is key in patient blood management to adequately restore hemostatic function and impact subsequent blood component requirements” Racine-Brzostek et al (2024).
CLABSI rates among hemodialysis patients – Full Text
“In conclusion, the incidence of catheter-related bloodstream infection among patients on hemodialysis was high with gram-negative predominance. Early fistula must be planned to reduce the duration of temporary vascular access” Weldetensae et al (2023).
Outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy service overview – Full Text
“Properly governed outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy (OPAT) services embed the principles of antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) (including use of early oral therapy) and support admission avoidance and early discharge for a growing range of patient groups with complex infections through well-organized multidisciplinary team working” Seaton and Gilchrist (2024).
ECG PICC tip placement prevents aberrant catheter position – Full Text
“We evaluated the feasibility of catheter detection in the right atrial cavity using transthoracic echocardiography (TTE) during PICC placement” Jung et al (2024).
SVC syndrome attributed to occlusion from subclavian catheter – Full Text
“This case sheds light on the evolving etiology of SVC syndrome and highlights the uncommon but potentially fatal occurrence of hemoptysis as a complication” Usman et al (2024).
Neonatal calcinosis cutis post IV calcium gluconate administration – Full Text
“This report has highlighted the importance of monitoring neonates treated with calcium gluconate who may develop skin rashes or nodules due to calcinosis cutis” Hetaimish (2024).
Ultrasound-guided subclavian venous catheterization – Full Text
“Ultrasound-guided infraclavicular subclavian vein catheterization can be easily and safely integrated into daily clinical practice, with high success rates and low complication rates” Žarskus et al (2023).
Catheter flushing and locking technique research – Full Text
“We expect that the trial will generate findings that can provide an evidence-based basis for the improvement and optimization of clinical catheter flushing techniques” Li et al (2024).
Iatrogenic skin injuries in neonates – Full Text
“Diaper dermatitis, PCFRSIs, MDRPIs, and MARSIs were the four common types of iatrogenic skin injuries in newborns. The various types of iatrogenic skin injuries were influenced by varying factors. Specialized nursing measurements can reduce the likelihood of these injuries” Ji et al (2024).
CLABSI microbiology case study in a renal transplant patient – Full Text
“We report a case of Gordonia spp. bacteraemia in a renal transplant patient and present a literature review on microbiological identification methods of this organism” Lo et al (2023).
Virtual reality for pain management in pediatric patients – Full Text
“Our findings suggested a beneficial effect of VR during painful vascular access procedures. Limited data are available on the reduction of anxiety in children with cancer” Comparcini et al (2023).
Peripheral IV cannula utilisation in the ED – Full Text
“More than half of PIVCs placed in the ED were unnecessary in this study. This suggests that clinical decision making about the benefits and risks of PIVC insertion is not being performed on an individual basis” Willis et al (2024).
PICC administered intravenous gene therapy – Full Text
“Recently, we had a case where OA was administered directly into the right atrium via a peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) instead of a peripheral line, as recommended” Pitarch Castellano et al (2024).
Intraosseous line placement training using an escape room environment – Full Text
“Participating in a single escape room session significantly increased resident self-efficacy. Residents strongly preferred the escape room format over a traditional procedural skills workshop” Huang et al (2024).
Integrated home dialysis model – Full Text
“In this review, we will examine the conceptual advantages and disadvantages of integrated home dialysis, present the evidence that underlies it, identify challenges that prevent its success and finally, propose solutions to increase its adoption” Desbiens et al (2024).