thrombolysis – Vascular Access – an evidence-based approach

September 13, 2018July 25, 2018

Selection of Single- Versus Double-Lumen Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters and the Influence on Alteplase Use

New article on selection of Single- Versus Double-Lumen Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters and the Influence on Alteplase Use from the Journal of Infusion Nursing

Selection of Single- Versus Double-Lumen Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters and the Influence on Alteplase Use

March 22, 2018February 1, 2018

Subcutaneous unfractionated heparin for the initial treatment of venous thromboembolism

Recent publication on Subcutaneous unfractionated heparin for the initial treatment of venous thromboembolism from the Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews

Subcutaneous unfractionated heparin for the initial treatment of venous thromboembolism

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February 26, 2018November 29, 2017

The safety and efficacy of full- versus reduced-dose betrixaban in the Acute Medically Ill VTE (Venous Thromboembolism) Prevention With Extended-Duration Betrixaban (APEX) trial

New publication on The safety and efficacy of full- versus reduced-dose betrixaban in the Acute Medically Ill VTE (Venous Thromboembolism) Prevention With Extended-Duration Betrixaban (APEX) trial from the American Heart Journal

The safety and efficacy of full- versus reduced-dose betrixaban in the Acute Medically Ill VTE (Venous Thromboembolism) Prevention With Extended-Duration Betrixaban (APEX) trial

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February 22, 2018November 29, 2017

The diagnostic management of upper extremity deep vein thrombosis: A review of the literature

New publication on The diagnostic management of upper extremity deep vein thrombosis: A review of the literature from Thrombosis Research

The diagnostic management of upper extremity deep vein thrombosis: A review of the literature

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February 19, 2018November 29, 2017

Monitoring of anticoagulant therapy in cancer patients with thrombosis and the usefulness of blood activation markers

New publication on Monitoring of anticoagulant therapy in cancer patients with thrombosis and the usefulness of blood activation markers from Transfusion and Apheresis Science

Monitoring of anticoagulant therapy in cancer patients with thrombosis and the usefulness of blood activation markers

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February 12, 2018November 29, 2017

Thrombolysis for acute deep vein thrombosis

New publication (Open Access) on Thrombolysis for acute deep vein thrombosis from the Cochrane Library

Thrombolysis for acute deep vein thrombosis

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Study of intravenous infusion safety in English hospitals December 11, 2019
Some behaviours that may be considered deviations from policy or best practice are the result of reasoned clinical judgement to improve infusion safety in response to the specific situation at hand” Vos et al (2019). Abstract: BACKGROUND: Deviations from local policy and national recommended best practice are common in the administration of intravenous infus […]
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Vancomycin compatibility with parenteral nutrition admixtures December 11, 2019
The present study aimed to determine the compatibility between vancomycin (VMC) and five ready-to-use PN admixtures utilized worldwide (Kabiven, Nutriflex Lipid Special, Olimel N9E, Nutriflex Omega Special, and Smofkabiven) in order to assess the possibility of their co-administration via Y-sites” Stawny et al 92019). Abstract: BACKGROUND & AIMS: A co-in […]
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Ultrasound-based simulation for cannulation in outpatient hemodialysis units December 11, 2019
This article details an educational protocol including hands-on simulation for training dialysis technicians and nurses in ultrasound-guided cannulation techniques” Niyyar (2019). Abstract: Portable ultrasounds are often referred to as the “new stethoscope.” Their portability and affordability have led to improved diagnostic capabilities at the point of care […]
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Clinical outcomes among elderly patients undergoing hemodialysis December 11, 2019
We evaluated the impact of comorbidity burden on the association between vascular access type and mortality risk among 23,100 hemodialysis patients aged ≥65 years from the Korean Society of Nephrology End-Stage Renal Disease registry data” Jhee et al (2019). Abstract: The optimal vascular access type for elderly hemodialysis patients is controversial. We eva […]
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Virtual reality during pediatric vascular access December 11, 2019
Vascular access is a minor procedure that is associated with reported pain and fear in pediatric patients, often resulting in procedural incompliance. Virtual reality has been shown to be effective in adult populations for reducing pain and anxiety in various medical settings, although large studies are lacking in pediatrics” Caruso et al 92019). Abstract: B […]
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