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CLABSI prevention in Finnish intensive care units

"We conducted a cross-sectional, nationwide survey on awareness of recommended infection prevention practices involving central venous catheters and invasive ventilators in intensive care units" Terho et al (2025).

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Bedside placement of tunneled dialysis catheters

"Our aim was to systematically review the literature on bedside placement of TDCs and to calculate the pooled prevalence rates of technical success, favorable clinical outcomes, and overall complications" Bsat et al (2025).

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Hospital-acquired infections in adult intensive care units

"Due to limited recent literature, we aimed to evaluate the incidence rates and causative organisms of intensive care unit (ICU)-acquired infections at our tertiary care center and to determine the factors associated with mortality in patients with ICU-acquired infections" Zirpe et al (2025).

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Study explores the experience of children undergoing PICC insertion – Full Text

"The findings underscore the importance of gaining a deeper understanding of the symptoms and needs of pediatric cancer patients undergoing PICC insertion. By appreciating and honoring children's voices, we can effectively cater to their distinct worries and guarantee they get the care and consideration they merit" Li et al (2025).

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Infusion line contamination in preterm neonates – Full Text

"Our findings are fully consistent with guidelines, which recommend simpler designs and a 4 or 7-day use of infusion sets, emphasizing the importance of adhering to these guidelines to reduce the risk of CLABSIs" Dos Santos et al (2025).

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Implantable port site drug extravasation – Full Text

"In the present case report, a 61-year-old woman who received trabectedin treatment for multiple liver and lung metastases is described. Extravasation developed from a CV port in the right chest during the third course of treatment and swelling was the only apparent symptom at that time" Matsuyama et al (2025).

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Rapid infusion catheter review – Full Text

"The Rapid Infusion Catheter (RIC) has transformed intravenous (i.v.) access, allowing for rapid fluid delivery peripherally. It may negate the need for a central vein sheath to be placed" Scorer et al (2025).

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