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).
Safety of external jugular vein cannulation – Full Text
“Our study showed the feasibility and safety of EJV cannulation for surgical patients with difficult IV access or those who need additional large-bore IV access during surgery” Ju et al (2023).
Antibiotic stewardship in critically ill patients – Full Text
“Quality improvement actions focused primarily on antimicrobial management and prevention of healthcare-associated infection are feasible and have the potential to decrease antibiotic use and healthcare-associated infection rates” Custódio et al (2024).
PICC malposition into the azygos vein
“However, complications such as incorrect placement into the azygos vein can result in significant health issues. A thorough understanding of these aspects is crucial to enhance the safety and effectiveness of PICC procedures, thereby improving patient care outcomes” Luo et al (2024).
Intravenous extravasation injuries in children
“The incidence of extravasation at the study institution remained low, with the medications involved being similar to those reported in the literature and the majority of patients having mild outcomes” Devsi et al (2024).
Analysis of smart pump event logs – Full Text
“This study provides clinicians with insights into the specific types of infusion that warrant more intense observation or proactive management of intravenous access; additionally, it can offer valuable information regarding the average duration of uninterrupted infusions that can be expected in these care areas” Kia et al (2024).
CLABSI reduction in the ambulatory pediatric population
“Annualized CLABSI rates per 1000 catheter line days decreased by 20% during the study period, from a rate of 1.023 to 0.810” Beauchamp-Walters et al (2024).
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).
Safety of external jugular vein cannulation – Full Text
“Our study showed the feasibility and safety of EJV cannulation for surgical patients with difficult IV access or those who need additional large-bore IV access during surgery” Ju et al (2023).
Antibiotic stewardship in critically ill patients – Full Text
“Quality improvement actions focused primarily on antimicrobial management and prevention of healthcare-associated infection are feasible and have the potential to decrease antibiotic use and healthcare-associated infection rates” Custódio et al (2024).
PICC malposition into the azygos vein
“However, complications such as incorrect placement into the azygos vein can result in significant health issues. A thorough understanding of these aspects is crucial to enhance the safety and effectiveness of PICC procedures, thereby improving patient care outcomes” Luo et al (2024).
Intravenous extravasation injuries in children
“The incidence of extravasation at the study institution remained low, with the medications involved being similar to those reported in the literature and the majority of patients having mild outcomes” Devsi et al (2024).
Analysis of smart pump event logs – Full Text
“This study provides clinicians with insights into the specific types of infusion that warrant more intense observation or proactive management of intravenous access; additionally, it can offer valuable information regarding the average duration of uninterrupted infusions that can be expected in these care areas” Kia et al (2024).
CLABSI reduction in the ambulatory pediatric population
“Annualized CLABSI rates per 1000 catheter line days decreased by 20% during the study period, from a rate of 1.023 to 0.810” Beauchamp-Walters et al (2024).
Incidence of PICC-associated thrombosis
“Incidence of PICC-associated thrombosis is low and apparently less prognostically aggressive than other forms of thrombosis associated with cancer, without identify predictive factors” Sánchez Cánovas et al (2024).
Infusion errors before and after smart pump implementation – Full Text
“The purpose of this study was to compare the frequency and severity of infusion related errors before and after the implementation of smart pump interoperability at a pediatric institution” VanHorn et al (2024).
Gaze patterns during central venous catheter insertion – Full Text
“The primary objective of this study was to examine visual patterns exhibited by ICU trainee doctors during CVC insertion” Buehler et al (2024).
Activity of taurolidine lock solution against Candida auris – Full Text
“We evaluated the activity of taurolidine, a broad-spectrum antimicrobial in catheter lock solutions, against 106 C. auris isolates” Reidenberg et al (2024).
IV drug contamination from vials with a rubber stopper – Full Text
“The aim of this study was to assess the compliance of parenteral fluids regarding particulate contamination after withdrawing fluid using both conventional needles and filter needles, following the guidelines of European Pharmacopoeia (Ph. Eur.) and United States Pharmacopoeia (USP)” van den Berg et al (2024).
Lost CVC guidewire in persistent left superior vena cava – Full Text
“This is the first reported case of guidewire retention in PLSVC and coronary sinus. It underscores the potential causes of guidewire loss and advocates preventive measures to avoid this potentially fatal complication” Palić et al (2024).
Impact of a simplified cannulation procedure pack – Full Text
“This study found that PIVC-associated SAB rates decreased following the PIVC pack change. No other local changes regarding PIVC insertion took place during this period” Egerton-Warburton et al (2024).
Challenges of outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy – Full Text
“Despite its benefits, OPAT has numerous challenges, including complications from medication administration devices, antimicrobial side effects, monitoring requirements, antimicrobial instability, patient non-adherence, patient OPAT rejection, and challenges related to OPAT team structure and administration, all of which impact its outcome” Wolie et al (2024).
MARSI prevention in very preterm babies – Full Text
“Implementing evidence-based skin care practices resulted in a significant reduction in iatrogenic cutaneous injury events in very preterm neonates” Kar et al (2024).
Neonatal tibial intraosseous insertion – Full Text
“IO needles should be placed 2 cm below and 1-2 cm medial to the tibial tuberosity. MIN needles are preferred to minimize leakage. IO depth should be modified by birth weight” Sengasai et al (2024).
Simulation-based learning program for CVC placement – Full Text
“This study describes the implementation of a competency-based CVC curriculum for first-year interns across an institution before supervised clinical care” Yee et al (2024).
Peripheral vascular access device comparison
“Midline is more economic than the SPC (saving of 39€ over 7 days and 174€ over 14 days), and than the PICC (saving of 102€ over 14 days and 95€ over 21 days)” Meto et al (2024).
Vascular access device selection in children – Pediatric DAV-expert algorithm
“After a systematic review of the available evidence, the panel of the consensus (which included Italian experts with documented competence in this area) has provided structured recommendations answering 10 key questions regarding the choice of venous access both in emergency and in elective situations, both in the hospitalized and in the non-hospitalized child” After a systematic review of the available evidence, the panel of the consensus (which included Italian experts with documented competence in this area) has provided structured recommendations answering 10 key questions regarding the choice of venous access both in emergency and in elective situations, both in the hospitalized and in the non-hospitalized child” Pittiruti et al (2024).
Meropenem degradation in infusion bags – Full Text
“In summary, this study indicated that for continuous infusion of meropenem, eight-hourly infusion bag changes improved PK/PD target attainment and might be beneficial particularly for high meropenem concentrations of saline infusion solutions and for plasma concentrations in close proximity to the MIC” Minichmayr and Friberg (2024).
Injectable antiretroviral therapy best practice guide
“This guide is aimed at nurses who work within the HIV field or are supporting this treatment in other settings, for example in outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy (OPAT) services” Panton (2024).
Confirming placement of peripheral venous catheters
“Confirmation of adequate peripheral intravenous catheter placement is essential before using venous catheters. The color flow injection test has been reported as a method with high sensitivity and specificity for this purpose” Kamata (2024).