Autonomous vascular access
“Autonomous or semi‑autonomous “autonomous vascular access” (AVA) platforms have the promise to standardize technique, accelerate placement by a wider range of providers, extend cannulation capability to austere settings, and reduce complication‑related morbidity” Grunhut et al (2026).
Recanalization of complete central venous occlusion
“This case demonstrates that the combined use of kissing-wire and wire tensioning techniques for hemodialysis-related central venous occlusion is feasible and provides a valuable technical option for the endovascular management of complex central venous occlusions” Liet al (2026).
PICC and midline catheter complication rates – Full Text
“Peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs) and midline catheters (MCs) are widely used for intravenous therapy, but their relative safety and effectiveness remain uncertain. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to compare complication rates between PICCs and MCs” Aljameie et al (2026).
Nurse practitioner-led hospital vascular access service
“The aim of this quality improvement initiative was to implement and evaluate a nurse practitioner (NP)-led, hospital-wide VAS to standardise the insertion of peripherally inserted central venous catheters” Webb et al (2026).
Nursing-led vascular access pathway in cystic fibrosis patients – Full Text
“This study describes and clinically contextualises an APN-led multidisciplinary vascular access care pathway for patients with cystic fibrosis requiring prolonged intravenous therapy” Montserrat Gala et al (2026).
Restraining hospitalized children for procedures – Full Text
“The restraint practices used by Brazilian nursing staff for pediatric care were described based on techniques, reasons, consent, family participation, control of potential harm, and documentation in medical records” Silva and Gaíva (2026).
Support tools to improve neonatal and pediatric venous access care
“Most venous access guides/algorithms/tools focus on CLABSI reduction and neonates, leaving gaps in guidance for other components of the care process and other populations” Burek et al (2026).
Initial vascular access for neonatal resuscitation – Full Text
“Most complications were reported with use of intraosseous (IO) devices. Umbilical vein catheters (UVC) were used primarily after hospital birth while IO devices were used in a wider range of settings. Evidence was insufficient to evaluate the use of peripheral vein catheters during neonatal resuscitation” Kawakami et al (2026).
Medical skills curriculum for neonatal transport teams – Full Text
“This study identified and prioritised medical skills for physicians and non-physician healthcare professionals on neonatal transport teams, which supports the development of simulation-based training aligned with the clinical complexity and interdisciplinary nature of neonatal transport” Bay et al (2026).
PICC or CICC for critically ill patients – Full Text
“In this single-center matched cohort, no statistically significant differences in symptomatic DVT or CLABSI were observed between PICCs and CVCs” Wu et al (2026).
IV catheter management survey
“Despite a general alignment with evidence-based standards in certain areas, variation persists in practices such as disinfection methods, flushing techniques, and locking strategies” Hernández et al (2026).
Guidewire-exchange for infected tunneled hemodialysis catheters – Full Text
“These results support guidewire exchange as a safe, effective and reproducible method for replacing infected tunneled CVCs in hemodialysis patients” Lomeo et al (2026).
Is procedural volume associated with self-perceived skill mastery
“Emergency procedures were analyzed: peripheral intravenous access, intraosseous access, endotracheal intubation (ETI), chest tube insertion, tourniquet application, and focused assessment with sonography for trauma (FAST). Residents reported procedural counts and self-perceived mastery” Laitselart et al (2026).
Vascular access improvement program – Full Text
“In 2022, the initiative expanded through collaboration with regional nursing schools to integrate the Association for Vascular Access (AVA) peripheral intravenous (PIV) curriculum, establishing a sustainable educational pipeline for future clinicians” Lindell (2026).
Intravenous therapy quality assessment tool
“The HIT-QAT is a feasible, practical, and efficient electronic tool for hospital-wide intravenous therapy quality assessment” Lu et al (2026).
Off label use of PICCs as tunnelled non-cuffed centrally inserted central catheters – Full Text
“Off label use of PICCs as tnc-CICCs seems safe and effective. It provides an alternative to PICCs in oncology patients at high risk of thrombosis, even when placed by operators with low experience levels” Douchy et al (2026).
Saphenous vein for peripheral IV rescue access
“The distal medial thigh GSV can be reliably visualized using ultrasound across pediatric and adult populations, including those with prior difficult intravenous access” Saadi Neto et al (2026).
Vascular access nurses in industry survey
“Health care professionals generally perceive vascular access nurses employed in industry as valuable contributors to education and clinical practice when they possess appropriate clinical expertise” Kelly and Girgenti (2026).
Breakaway vascular access device to preserve PICC integrity
“This case study describes the use of a breakaway device on a 27-day-old female infant’s PICC line during antibiotic therapy for bacterial meningitis” Grieser (2026).
Impact of the RNAO vascular access guideline
“The implementation of the RNAO Vascular Access Guideline was associated with a statistically and clinically significant reduction in phlebitis rates. These findings support the use of structured implementation strategies in improving vascular access care” Blanco Betes et al (2026).
Hepatic arterial infusion chemotherapy review
“The use of HAIC has become more prevalent over the last decade with more centers nation and worldwide developing HAI programs. Here, we review the history and origin of HAIC along with its evolution and outcomes of current applications” Baldwin et al (2026).
Overview of vascular access device outcomes – Full Text
“Short peripheral intravenous catheters were widely used and failed early, while longer-duration devices were used less frequently despite lower failure rates” Fernández-Fernández et al (2026).
Bedside placement of tunneled dialysis catheters without fluoroscopy
“Ultrasound-guided, nonfluoroscopic bedside placement of right internal jugular vein tunneled catheters by nephrologists is feasible, safe, and cost-effective” Ganesh Srinivasa Prasad P et al (2026).
Interventional radiology for human spaceflight
“These findings support the feasibility of image-guided drainage, decompression, and vascular access as candidate strategies for managing acute conditions encountered during exploration missions” Schutt et al (2026).
Virtual reality during PICC and PICC-PORT placement – Full Text
“Virtual reality (VR) has emerged as a non-pharmacological intervention capable of modulating attentional and emotional responses during medical procedures; however, evidence in adult oncology patients undergoing vascular access placement remains scarce” Camuccio et al (2026).
Barriers to neonatal vascular access advances – Full Text
“Neonatal care has advanced rapidly in scientific knowledge, technology and precision over recent decades. Yet daily bedside practice does not always reflect this trajectory. The reasons are complex and multifactorial, but include resistance to change by practitioners and their organisations” van Rens et al (2026).
Needle phobia in the perioperative setting
“On the day of surgery, techniques such as pharmacologic anxiolysis, topical anesthetics, vibration devices, and distraction can facilitate patient tolerance of needle-based procedures” McCoy et al (2026).
Accuracy of vein identification methods for vascular access
“Vein assessment via standard visualization/palpation effectively rules out inappropriate sites and should trigger early ultrasound escalation. However, clinically “suitable” veins are frequently suboptimal on ultrasound, supporting broader use of ultrasound to guide initial cannulation decisions” Bahl et al (2026).
Vascular access in neonates under 1000 grams
“Ultrasound-guided nT-CICCs are associated with significantly lower rates of infectious and mechanical complications compared with n-PICCs in ELBW neonates” Capasso et al (2026).
Effect of a liquid crystal vein locator on intravenous catheterization – Full Text
“In this study, the use of a liquid crystal vein locator was associated with a significantly higher first-attempt success rate, fewer puncture attempts, and reduced procedural times for PIVC in young children” Wu et al (2026).