IVUPDATE from IVTEAM
Impact of CHG-impregnated IV dressings – Full Text
“CHG-impregnated dressings may be considered as part of a multifaceted infection prevention strategy, alongside appropriate catheter management, minimisation of catheter manipulation and proactive skin monitoring, with cautious and individualised use in infants” Portero-Prados et al (2026).
Pain during intravenous injection – Full Text
“It was found that patients experienced moderate pain and anxiety during intravenous injection and that this situation negatively affected patient satisfaction” Yıldız et al (2026).
OPAT for patients with substance use disorders – Full Text
“Our objective was to compare outcomes, especially engagement in SUD treatment, among patients with SUD who received OPAT in SNF versus other settings” Hawes et al (2026).
Effect of vein imaging device use on first-attempt peripheral intravenous catheter insertion
“The results of our study will serve as an example using the vein imaging device, aiming to increase first-attempt PIC insertion success in the PED” Yıldırım et al (2026).
Virtual reality for pain reduction during venous puncture procedures
“The findings support the feasibility and potential benefit of VR as a supportive, nonpharmacological intervention, regarding pain reduction” Rosenecker et al (2026).
PICC performance in oncology patients
“In outpatient oncology patients, PICCs showed sustained functionality, with removal mainly related to treatment completion, supporting continuity-based routine follow-up and tailored surveillance in clinically stable patients” Consolo et al (2026).
OPAT using a digital infusion pump – Full Text
“These findings confirm that a CADD-based OPAT programme considerably reduces costs on a societal perspective in a publicly funded health system and contributes to reduced hospital bed occupancy” Helleren et al (2026).
Bundle for safe insertion of long peripheral catheters
“This insertion bundle-named SILPeC (Safe Insertion of Long Peripheral Catheters-includes (1) pre-insertion assessment of the vein of the upper limbs, (2) insertion of the optimal site selection, (3) appropriate measures of asepsis, (4) ultrasound-guided puncture, (5) safe connection to infusion lines, and (6) proper device stabilization and appropriate protection of the exit site” Giustivi et al (2026).
Peripheral intravenous access in hypotensive trauma patients
“PIV access in hypotensive trauma patients succeeds approximately two-thirds of the time. The marginal yield of sequential PIV attempts declines substantially after two failed attempts” Dumas et al (2026).
PICC migration and perforation of internal jugular vein
“We present a case of perforation of the internal jugular vein caused by PICC migration in the early postoperative days following neck dissection and free flap reconstruction” Dusi et al (2026).
Dynamic risk prediction of central-line associated bloodstream infection – Full Text
“Electronic health records (EHR) often contain varying levels of missing data. This study aimed to compare different imputation strategies to identify the most appropriate missing data handling approach for predicting central line-associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI) in the presence of competing risks using EHR data” Gao et al (2026).
Complication following femoral CVC insertion – Full Text
“This report describes a patient who developed this complication after femoral CVC insertion and outlines the diagnostic approach, management, and important clinical insights” Abaei Hasani et al (2026).
Home blood collection device for remote immune monitoring – Full Text
“At-home blood collection devices (ABCDs) can facilitate study participation for remote and rural cohorts. Previous studies used ABCDs to interrogate samples by proteomics and sequencing approaches” Konecny et al (2026).
CVC malposition within the internal mammary vein – Full Text
“One exceedingly rare form of malposition is placement within the internal mammary vein. Misplacement within this vein is difficult to diagnose due to its course overlying the right cardiac border on routine chest imaging, as well as being typically subclinical in presentation” Guy et al (2026).
Peripheral intravenous catheter complications – Full Text
“An English-language European guideline for the prevention of complications associated with PIVCs is needed, featuring consensus terminology and a standardized, systematic, and transparent method for grading evidence” Mussa et al (2026).
Central venous catheter-related complications in children – Full Text
“Existing risk prediction models for central venous catheter-related complications in children demonstrate potential in terms of discrimination. However, models specifically for CLABSI are limited in number and insufficiently validated” Liu et al (2026).
Time to blood culture positivity and Candidemia management – Full Text
“Blood culture positivity times differ among Candida species. Early TTP species, such as C. albicans and C. tropicalis, were more likely to be fluconazole-susceptible, suggesting that fluconazole may be an appropriate option for empirical therapy in such infections” Öz et al (2026).
Impact of catheter duration on CLABSI risk – Full Text
“Each additional catheter-day is independently associated with a 19% increment in CLABSI odds, with an exploratory critical threshold at day 13 beyond which enhanced surveillance measures should be considered, pending external validation” Dalmanoğlu et al (2026).
OPAT in the United States survey – Full Text
“ID physicians were commonly involved in OPAT care, with many programs expanding to COpAT. Several barriers to the safe delivery of OPAT remain, including lack of institutional support, reimbursement and poor communication between stakeholders” Castellino et al (2026).
Contrast media extravasation during computed tomography – Full Text
“The preventive measures identified are based primarily on a rigorous pre-injection patient risk assessment and concern access and injection parameters. Many of the risk factors and strategies synthetised in this study are new compared to previous reviews, such as the saline venous line testing and the injection pressure/injection flow ratio” Türke et al (2026).
CVC associated vascular erosion – Full Text
“This case highlights the risk of delayed vascular erosion associated with suboptimally positioned CVCs, highlighting the diagnostic difficulty posed by TPN extravasation mimicking chylothorax. Prompt recognition of this complication is crucial to prevent adverse outcomes” Jung and Lee (2026).
Procedural pain relief in neonates – Full Text
“In neonates painful procedures are performed with minimum to no regard for pain relief. Even if neonates are unable to communicate pain, it doesn’t negate their ability to experience it. This study observed the effect of expressed breast milk (EBM) and 10% dextrose (10%D) during venipuncture in neonates” Baniya et al (2026).