Midline catheters versus peripherally inserted central catheters systematic review – Full Text
“This review will address a significant gap in the literature, potentially improving clinical decision‐making, standardizing practice, reducing unnecessary central venous catheterization, preserving vessel health, and optimizing patient outcomes” Yasuda et al (2026).
Vascular access in the newborn
“The NEVAT group provides the first European position paper on neonatal vascular access, aiming to improve homogeneity in device selection, insertion, and maintenance, promoting a safer and more consistent care” Barone et al (2026).
Central venous access in pediatric hematology-oncology
“In our center, we use a systematic, multidisciplinary workflow to anticipate the treatment trajectory, prioritize venous preservation, prevent complications, and support structured salvage strategies when device dysfunction or infection occurs” Crocoli (2026).
Reflective essay explores therapeutic silence during chemotherapy treatment
“This reflective essay explores therapeutic silence and attuned presence as holistic nursing interventions that support emotional, relational, and spiritual well-being for individuals receiving cancer treatment” Desy (2026).
Experience of hospital staff with patients who self-inject drugs
“Patients who inject drugs (PWID) may self-inject illicit substances into vascular access devices (SIVAD). This behavior can lead to complications, including overdose and death” Bragg et al (2026).
Vascular access teams across Australia and New Zealand
“VAST presence was associated with greater use of escalation pathways and varied device type/technique such as ultrasound guided-PIVCs and midlines. However, limited staffing restricts the broader implementation of these benefits” Marsh et al (2026).
Vascular access for out-hospital cardiac arrest
“In this randomized controlled trial (RCT), Couper et al. explored the impact of medication administration via the interosseous (IO) versus intravenous (IV) route on 30-day survival” Long et al (2025).
Nurse-led haemodialysis vascular access consultation – Full Text
“We aimed to determine whether an adapted British Renal Society Infection Risk Screening Tool, applied during a nurse-led vascular access consultation, identifies patients at increased risk of subsequent infection-related hospitalisation and can inform de-selection of buttonhole puncture” Pinto et al (2025).
Vascular access in adults with difficult venous access – Full Text
“This off-label strategy should follow infection-prevention bundles, non-vesicant infusion limits, clear labeling, and documentation. Both single- and double-lumen pediatric CVCs may be considered where dimensional compatibility with midline specifications is ensured” Mantri et al (2025).
Epicutaneo-caval catheter occlusion in neonates – Full Text
“This study demonstrates a low rate of epicutaneo-caval catheters occlusion in neonates receiving parenteral nutrition without heparin infusion. These findings support the safety and feasibility of a heparin-free approach in neonatal central catheter management when standardized care protocols are followed” D’Andrea et al (2025).
Mini-sternotomy for direct right atrial dialysis catheter placement – Full Text
“We report the case of a pediatric patient with kidney failure and bilateral central venous occlusion, in whom conventional dialysis access was no longer feasible. Following multidisciplinary evaluation, a dialysis catheter was surgically inserted directly into the right atrium via a lower mini-sternotomy” Nucera et al (2025).
Mortality outcomes associated with vascular access types in hemodialysis
“Compared with CVCs and AVGs, AVF remains the lowest mortality risk. Early planning and education regarding vascular access are essential to improve long-term outcomes in hemodialysis patients” Miao et al (2025).
Vascular access improvement following COVID-19
“This scoping review aimed to explore how the COVID-19 pandemic affected vascular access practices and catheter-related complications, with the objective of mapping innovations, identifying emerging trends, and summarizing preventive and therapeutic strategies” Celano et al (2025).
Right subclavian vein catheterisation – Full Text
“In adult cardiac surgical patients, the SC approach achieves faster landmark-guided right subclavian venous access than the approach, without detectable compromises in success or safety” Shanmuka et al (2025).
Selection of central versus peripheral vascular access in patients receiving chemotherapy – Full Text
“This study examined venous access practices (central vs peripheral) for administering antineoplastic agents to patients with solid or hematologic malignancies and assessed the associated educational aspects” Saracino et al (2025).
Parental holding practices in neonatal intensive care units – Full Text
“Healthy parent-infant interaction is crucial for the growth and development of the infant. Specifically, parental holding has substantial health benefits for both the infant and parent” Garavatti et al (2025).
Umbilical catheter and PICC-related outcomes in premature neonates – Full Text
“UVC placement appears to be superior to PICC as the first venous access in preterm infants during the early postnatal period. PICC placement may be less advantageous in the first days of life due to a smaller catheter diameter, technical difficulty, and longer insertion time” Okur et al (2025).
Comparison of PICC versus PICC-port
“For patients with nasopharyngeal carcinoma requiring long-term treatment (duration >3 months), PICC-ports may be the preferred option compared to PICCs, particularly for those unable to undergo regular catheter maintenance or prioritizing quality of life” Xiao et al (2025).
The Michigan appropriateness guide for intravenous catheters in adult patients with cancer – Full Text
“By developing comprehensive, evidence-informed expert recommendations, the Michigan Appropriateness Guide for Intravenous Catheters in Adult Patients With Cancer (MAGIC-ONC) aims to improve clinical care, reduce complications, support quality improvement efforts, and advance the safety of vascular access for patients with cancer” Major et al (2025).
Comparison of modified midlines versus PICC – Full Text
“Currently, modified midlines and peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs) are used frequently. The present retrospective research aims to assess the use, efficacy, and complications due to modified midlines and PICCs in the treatment of patients in a medical ICU” Long et al (2025).
Identification of the femoral vein
“We aim to determine the accuracy of the anatomical landmark technique for finding the femoral vein vs. the ultrasound-guided technique. We hypothesize that the femoral vein location using anatomical landmarks is, on average, 10 mm or more away from the femoral vein location found using ultrasound” Sonka et al (2025).
Devices for neonatal peripheral catheterization and tip confirmation – Full Text
“Device-assisted catheterization may improve first-attempt success and reduce procedure time in neonates. Evidence on safety is limited. Due to variability in study methodologies and outcome reporting, high-quality RCTs with standardized outcome measures are needed” Shcherbatiuk et al (2025).
Vascular perforation in persistent left superior vena cava – Full Text
“In patients with vascular anomalies (e.g., isolated persistent left superior vena cava [IPLSVC]), real-time ultrasound guidance during central venous catheter (CVC) placement reduces immediate procedural risks but cannot prevent delayed vascular perforation” Lyu et al (2025).
Vascular access for breast cancer chemotherapy
“eliable venous access is critical for breast cancer chemotherapy, yet the optimal choice between peripherally inserted central catheters (PICC) and implantable port catheters (IPC) remains unclear. This meta-analysis compares complication risks associated with these devices in patients with breast cancer” Chen et al (2025).
Vascular access devices for stem cell transplantation – Full Text
“This review critically evaluates the various types of CVADs commonly employed in transplant settings, examining their indications, complications, and best practices to enhance patient outcomes” Milczarek et al (2025).
Open-source software and hardware for tracking blood vessel diameter – Full Text
“VasoTracker 2 is an open-source platform that combines versatile vessel diameter tracking software with modular low-cost hardware components for vascular physiology research” Lee et al (2025).
Neonatal vascular access patient-centered framework
“The ‘7-Rights Framework for Neonatal VA’ emerged through international expert consensus. This framework uses the concept of patient rights, the ‘7-Rights’ – Right Patient, Right Care Team, Right Comfort Measures, Right VA Device, Right Blood Vessel, Right Care of the Infusion and Device, and Right Therapy Duration and Device Removal to integrate best evidence-based practice, ethical considerations, and family involvement” van Rens et al (2025).
Impact of obesity on the provision of emergency medical services – Full Text
“Obtaining vascular access in individuals with obesity is frequently hampered by anatomical constraints, often requiring ultrasound-guided cannulation or intraosseous access” Czapla et al (2025).
Analysis of subclavian venous catheterization – Full Text
“It was concluded that other catheterization methods (jugular, femoral) are more frequently preferred during anesthesiology residency training. Encouraging trainees to perform subclavian catheterization under ultrasound guidance could be more beneficial in managing critically ill patients during the specialization process” Yalçınkaya et al (2025).
Impact of edema severity on basilic and superficial femoral vein diameter
“Edema significantly narrows the basilic vein but spares the superficial femoral vein; if further swelling is anticipated, avoid basilic PICC placement and instead use the superficial femoral vein, of which the diameter remains comparatively stable” Tang et al (2025).