IVUPDATE from IVTEAM
Persistent left superior vena cava case report – Full Text
“PLSVC is a rare vascular anomaly, and the reported incidence is 0.3-0.5% in healthy individuals” Piedade et al (2023).
Inadvertent placement of CVC in the carotid artery – Full Text
“A 62-year-old critically ill patient with accidental arterial catheterization of the right common carotid artery (CCA) during placement of CVC is presented” Giagtzidis et al (2023).
Umbilical vein catheterization – Full Text
“Umbilical vein catheterization can provide a safe and effective route for intravenous delivery of medications and fluids during resuscitation” Lewis and Spirnak (2023).
Short peripheral venous catheter contamination – Full Text
“PVCs were mainly contaminated with Staphylococcus spp., with high pathogenicity and resistance to antibiotics. The production of virulence factors strengthens the attachment and the permanence to the catheter’s lumen” Osório et al (2023).
Emergency vascular access in pediatric trauma patients – Full Text
“The purpose of this study was to analyze the performance of different vascular access procedures from the first contact at the scene until three hours after admission” Struck et al (2023).
PICC care and maintenance – Full Text
“The aim of this study was to investigate the level of practice of peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) maintenance among nurses in Guizhou province, China, and to explore its influencing factors” Hu et al (2023).
Impact of ICU clinical pharmacists – Full Text
“To investigate and study the impact on patient recovery of pharmacists’ participation in the medication guidance and intervention of patients in intensive care units (ICUs)” Yin et al (2023).
Novel wire-guided scalpel during CVC placement – Full Text
“To determine whether the wire-guided scalpel (GuideBlade) improves incision precision, reduces the need to revise dermatotomy incision, improves the first-time success rate of a central venous catheter (CVC) placement, and decreases CVC-related complications” Chiang et al (2023).
Medical adhesive-related skin injury risk factors
“The aim of this study was to investigate the incidence and risk factors for MARSI in catheters of critically ill patients” Frota et al (2023).
Changing landscape of UK adult home parenteral support
“The United Kingdom (UK) nutrition database monitors the changing landscape of adult home parenteral nutrition support (HPS) to inform clinicians and policy makers of the need for this life saving treatment” Naghibi et al (2023).
Elastomeric pump stability of ampicillin and ceftriaxone – Full Text
“The objective of the study was to determine the stability of AC in elastomeric pumps when stored at 8 ± 2 °C, 25 ± 2 °C, 30 ± 2 °C and 37 ± 2 °C using LC-MS/MS” Fernández-Rubio et al (2023).
Infusion rate effect on volume expansion in critically ill patients
“In this scoping review, most studies showed that slower intravenous infusion rates result in a more efficient intravascular expansion, with a longer effect, and less edema than faster rates. Effects on clinical outcomes were inconsistent” Alves et al (2023).
Guidelines for intravenous admixture compounding
“Due to the complexity in compounding intravenous medications, there is a high potential for error, and since intravenous medications must be compounded in an aseptic environment, this poses additional issues for the compounder” Allen (2023).
IV pump performance in hyperbaric environments
“We reviewed published safety data for IV infusion pumps and powered syringe drivers in hyperbaric environments and compared the evaluation processes to key requirements documented in safety standards and guidelines” Al Balushi et al (2023).
Management of noncytotoxic extravasation injuries
“Extravasation is the leakage of intravenous solutions into surrounding tissues, which can be influenced by drug properties, infusion techniques, and patient-related risk factors” Stefanos et al (2023).
Alternative diagnostic approach for CRBSI- Full Text
“In our study, we attempted to create a catalogue of images of the most commonly cultured pathogens responsible for CRBSI. An FEI Quanta 250 FEG Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) was used for measurements. SEM images obtained during the analysis were included in this study” Kluzik et al (2023).
Midline catheter tip position and complication rates
“Catheter-related complications were reduced when the tip of the Midline Catheter was located in the subclavian or axillary vein of the chest wall” Zhao et al (2023).
Home-based iron infusion patient experience
“A home-based iron infusion strategy was safe and well accepted by patients. Larger studies evaluating the safety profile of different iron formulations in the home setting are required” Liu et al (2023).
Central line maintenance bundle compliance
“The specific aim of this study was to explore and understand intensive care nurses’ perceptions and beliefs regarding central line maintenance, bundle care elements, and associated adherence” Connor et al (2023).
Ultrasound guided peripheral catheterization increases first-attempt success rate
“To compare the success rate of first attempts of ultrasound guided PIVC insertion performed by nurse specialists with conventional PIVC insertion performed by nurse assistants” Hansel et al (2023).
Pinch-off syndrome intervention – Full Text
“Knowledge of pinch-off syndrome among physicians is essential for early intervention, thereby preventing adverse events. Percutaneous approach seems an effective, safe, and simple procedure” Matta et al (2023).
Blood sampling from midline catheters
“In stabilized critical patients, midline catheters represent a reliable alternative to CVC and arterial lines to monitor acid-base disturbances, CO2 levels and electrolytes” Giani et al (2023).