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PICC performance in oncology patients

"In outpatient oncology patients, PICCs showed sustained functionality, with removal mainly related to treatment completion, supporting continuity-based routine follow-up and tailored surveillance in clinically stable patients" Consolo et al (2026).

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OPAT using a digital infusion pump – Full Text

"These findings confirm that a CADD-based OPAT programme considerably reduces costs on a societal perspective in a publicly funded health system and contributes to reduced hospital bed occupancy" Helleren et al (2026).

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Bundle for safe insertion of long peripheral catheters

"This insertion bundle-named SILPeC (Safe Insertion of Long Peripheral Catheters-includes (1) pre-insertion assessment of the vein of the upper limbs, (2) insertion of the optimal site selection, (3) appropriate measures of asepsis, (4) ultrasound-guided puncture, (5) safe connection to infusion lines, and (6) proper device stabilization and appropriate protection of the exit site" Giustivi et al (2026).

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Dynamic risk prediction of central-line associated bloodstream infection – Full Text

"Electronic health records (EHR) often contain varying levels of missing data. This study aimed to compare different imputation strategies to identify the most appropriate missing data handling approach for predicting central line-associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI) in the presence of competing risks using EHR data" Gao et al (2026).

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CVC malposition within the internal mammary vein – Full Text

"One exceedingly rare form of malposition is placement within the internal mammary vein. Misplacement within this vein is difficult to diagnose due to its course overlying the right cardiac border on routine chest imaging, as well as being typically subclinical in presentation" Guy et al (2026).

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Peripheral intravenous catheter complications – Full Text

"An English-language European guideline for the prevention of complications associated with PIVCs is needed, featuring consensus terminology and a standardized, systematic, and transparent method for grading evidence" Mussa et al (2026).

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