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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Economic burden associated with peripheral IV catheter-related complications September 21, 2019
This study aimed to analyze the clinical and economic impact of peripheral intravenous-related complications on hospitalized patients” Lim et al (2019). Abstract: The burden of complications associated with peripheral intravenous use is underevaluated, in part, due to the broad use, inconsistent coding, and lack of mandatory reporting of these devices. This […]
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Impact of a simple hygiene insertion bundle on CLABSI rates September 21, 2019
The primary aim of this study was to investigate the CRI/CRBSI incidence and the association between potential risk factors, including the introduction of a simple hygiene insertion bundle and CRIs at a large university hospital in Sweden” Thorarinsdottir et al (2019). Abstract: BACKGROUND: Catheter-related infections (CRIs) and catheter-related bloodstream […]
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Fibroblastic sheath mimicking a central venous catheter fragment September 21, 2019
When calcified, fibroblastic (formerly known as “fibrin”) sheaths may be easily mistaken for retained catheter fragments. We describe one such case and how imaging was used to recognize the sheath and avoid unnecessary interventions” Baciarello et al (2019). Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Fibroblastic sheath formation is a well-known complication of long-term centr […]
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Virtual reality headset to decrease venipuncture pain September 21, 2019
This experimental study was conducted to determine the effect of using a virtual reality headset on decreasing the pain felt during a venipuncture procedure in children” Aydın et al (2019). Abstract: PURPOSE: This experimental study was conducted to determine the effect of using a virtual reality headset on decreasing the pain felt during a venipuncture [... […]
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Brachial artery pseudoaneurysm post-venipuncture September 21, 2019
Brachial artery pseudoaneurysms (BAPs) are rare but could lead to complications of high morbidity. We report a case of a BAP presenting with hand ischemia and median nerve neuropathy nearly a decade after the inciting iatrogenic trauma” Lee et al (2019). Abstract: Brachial artery pseudoaneurysms (BAPs) are rare but could lead to complications of high [...] T […]
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