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Iatrogenic calcinosis cutis from calcium gluconate extravasation – Full Text

"During infusion, the patient developed pain, swelling, and erythema at the catheter site; these findings were attributed to local irritation and the infusion continued. After 18 hours, the catheter was removed and placed in her contralateral hand, and subsequent doses were given without incident" Vlahos et al (2026).

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OPAT for older adults

"Older age should not be an exclusion for OPAT but rather prompt the OPAT provider to thoroughly evaluate candidacy and safety" Oliver and Skalweit (2026).

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Clinical outcomes of PICC-ports implanted in cancer patients

"PICC-ports implanted by trained vascular access specialists demonstrated excellent device survival and low complication rates. These findings support the safety and reliability of PICC-ports as long-term vascular access devices for oncology patients when inserted and maintained using standardized protocols" Leconte et al (2026).

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Antibiofilm effects of central venous catheter coating – Full Text

"Catheter-related bloodstream infections (CRBSIs) are driven by biofilm formation on catheter surfaces. Poly(2-methoxyethyl acrylate) (PMEA) is a blood-compatible polymer that suppresses protein adsorption and may inhibit bacterial attachment through a non-bactericidal anti-adhesive mechanism" Kariya et al (2026).

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The effect of three-way stopcock on CLABSI risk

"This study aimed to compare CLABSI rates between three-way stopcock (TWS) systems and closed vascular access systems (CVAS) in a pediatric cardiovascular surgery intensive care unit (PCSICU)" Çine et al (2026).

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