IVUPDATE from IVTEAM
CLABSI follow-up study of 9924 catheters – Full Text
“Catheter tips were less likely to be colonised when the subclavian route was used compared to the internal jugular route and male sex as well as increased number of catheter lumens were associated with both catheter tip colonisation and CRI” Rockholt et al (2023).
EDTA blood sample fill volume – Full Text
“In this study, we compared HbA1c concentrations of underfilled and appropriately filled blood collection tubes” Guven et al (2023).
Catheter-related thrombosis in long-term parenteral nutrition – Full Text
“The occurrence of CRT represents a major event in the natural history of patients in PN since it can lead to central venous access loss and PN failure” Zaccone et al (2023).
Donning sterile surgical glove technique audit – Full Text
“Pre-intervention and post-intervention observations showed apparent differences in compliance rates for the standard criteria of donning sterile surgical gloves” Rabbani et al (2022).
Infusion pump fluid delivery precision – Full Text
“We verified that the reliability and precision analysis of hospital infusion pumps need to be performed in a more detailed and consistent way” Silva et al (2023).
Peripheral IV catheter infection prevention expert consensus – Full Text
“The aim of this document is to raise awareness that infections caused by PIVCs are a relevant problem that can be reduced by practice change” Zingg et al (2023).
Continuous infusion versus bolus injection of loop diuretics – Full Text
“In conclusion, in the current meta-analysis of nine randomized controlled trials (RCTs), continuous infusion of furosemide seemed to have a greater reduction of body weight” Karedath et al (2023).
PCR test in suspected CLABSI patients – Full Text
“The performance of rt-PCR in suspected HD CRBI events showed fast and high diagnostic accuracy. Its use would improve HD CRBI management with an antibiotic consumption decrease” Acquier et al (2022).
Sedating infants during CICC placement – Full Text
“The aim of this study is to evaluate the efficacy of the combination of ketamine and fentanyl during the CICC placement procedure” D’Andrea et al (2023).
Peripheral IV cannulation video recorded performance evaluation – full Text
“This randomised control trial will investigate whether this pedagogical approach, using video modelling and self-evaluation, will positively influence students’ knowledge, confidence and performance in the skill of peripheral intravenous cannulation” Hernon et al (2023).
Serious neonatal PICC complications – Full Text
“The abrupt onset of hemodynamic instability without an obvious cause in any neonate with PICC in situ should raise suspicion of pleural or pericardial effusions. Timely diagnosis through bedside ultrasound, and prompt aggressive intervention are critical” Zareef et al (2023).
CVAD survey in haematology centres in Australia and New Zealand – Full Text
“We conducted an online, anonymous cross-sectional survey of practice regarding CVAD management in haematology centres among clinicians in Australia and New Zealand” Yuen et al (2023).
Needlestick injuries during large-scale vaccination initiatives – Full Text
“We determined the incidence of needle stick injuries (NIs) from the SARS-CoV-2 vaccination brigades in the Monterrey metropolitan area” Moran-González et al (2023).
Umbilical catheter placement aided by coronary guidewires – Full Text
“We are confident that using coronary guidewire as a guiding tool during catheterization of the umbilical vessels is a rapid and safe method” Gendera et al (2023).
Extravasation detection technology review 2023 – Full Text
“In this review article, we have shed light on both physiological and engineering points of view of extravasation and its detection approaches. This review provides an overview on the most recent and relevant technologies that can help in the early detection of extravasation” Hirata et al (2023).
Peripheral IV catheter-related bacteraemia – Full Text
“In conclusion, even though the risk of developing PVC-related BSI in patients admitted to medical wards may seem low, complications of PVC-related BSI are severe, and the associated mortality remains high” Drugeon et al (2023).
Intraosseous access for trauma resuscitation – Full Text
“We focused on severe trauma patients and conducted a systematic review to evaluate the efficacy and efficiency of intraosseous (IO) access compared to intravenous (IV) access for trauma resuscitation in prehospital care” Wang et al (2023).
Continuous ampicillin-sulbactam infusion in critically ill patients – Full Text
“The described dosing regimen for ampicillin/sulbactam is safe with respect to the defined MIC breakpoints for ampicillin, and continuous subtherapeutic concentration is unlikely” Passon et al (2023).
CLABSI questionnaire validation – Full Text
“The CLABSI-KAP-Q is shown to be valid and reliable and recommended for use in clinical practice” Dang et al (2023).
Central venous catheter-related thrombosis daily assessment
“CRT is a frequent complication. It can occur as soon as the CVC is placed and mostly during the first week following catheterization. Half of the thromboses are small but one-third are extensive. They are often non-progressive and may be resolved after CVC removal” Wu et al (2023).
Intravenous antibiotic preparation
“This study showed that it took 83 experienced nurses 73.6 (SD 25.0) seconds to prepare an amoxicillin injection using the Ecoflac Connect needle-free connector compared with 110.0 (SD 34.6) seconds using the standard needle and syringe method, saving 36 seconds per dose on average, reducing the time taken by one-third” Clark (2023).
Effect of immersive virtual reality on venipuncture pain and anxiety – Full Text
“Emerging evidence suggests that providing procedural information and distraction using immersive virtual reality (IVR) may reduce pain and anxiety among children undergoing needle-related procedures” Wong et al (2023).