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PICC related neonatal cardiac tamponade

"Delayed perforation can occur days after apparently correct placement. Preventive strategies should include risk-stratified catheter positioning, preference for lower SVC tip placement, routine echocardiographic surveillance especially after the first week and enhanced staff training for early recognition of warning signs" Khalesi et al (2026).

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Impact of VLBW feeding guideline on central line usage

"Our unit's baseline data revealed delayed initiation of EN, prolonged time to full EN, prolonged days on parenteral nutrition (PN), and frequent use of peripherally inserted central catheters (PICC)" Mataga et al (2026).

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Evaluation of the Saudi national CLABSI prevention model

"Although the institution achieved national recognition for CLABSI reduction in 2022, long-term success will depend on maintaining adherence to best practices, addressing operational constraints, and ensuring ongoing competency development to meet future performance targets" Mazi et al (2026).

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CLABSI reporting linked to actual central line days

"Under current National Healthcare and Safety Network (NHSN) methodology for CLABSI reporting, patients with multiple, concurrent central lines are counted as one line day, potentially underestimating true central line exposure" Linke et al (2026).

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