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Mar 16, 2026

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CLABSI surveillance in intensive care units – Full Text

"The study revealed a disproportionately high incidence of CLABSI when compared with both developed and developing countries, with multi-drug-resistant Gram-negative bacteria being the predominant causative agents. Continuous surveillance, supported by infection control practices, e.g., hand hygiene and bundle compliance audits along with stringent antimicrobial stewardship, is vital in mitigating CLABSI" Verma et al (2026).

Mar 16, 2026

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Needlestick and sharps injury profile study

"This study aimed to assess trends of NSSIs among HCEs and their exposure to other infected body fluids, as well as to determine their risk factors" Joseph et al (2026).

Mar 16, 2026

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Hemodialysis catheter-related septic thrombophlebitis

"Catheter-related septic thrombophlebitis is a serious, yet underrecognized complication of CRBSI. It often presents as persistent or recurrent bacteremia and septic pulmonary embolism" Sathiavageesan et al (2026).

Mar 15, 2026

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Checklist contributes to CLABSI reduction plan

"A questionnaire to assess patients' risk of CLABSI-POA was developed based on four criteria. If any criteria were positive, two sets of blood cultures were obtained" Glauser et al (2026).

Mar 15, 2026

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Over 65 million infusion pump alarms analyzed

"Over 65 million alarms were analyzed. Infusions of antibacterials generated a higher percentage of "Door Open" and "Bolus Air in Line" alarms than were generated in the all-infusion sample" Armistead et al (2026).

Mar 15, 2026

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Inadvertent guidewire retention after radial artery cannulation – Full Text

"These cases illustrate that guidewire retention, albeit rare, can occur during arterial cannulation by the Seldinger technique and shares the same human-factor vulnerabilities long recognized in central venous access-related guidewire retention, including distraction, incomplete preparation and loss of wire control" da Silva et al (2026).

Mar 15, 2026

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Update on total intravenous anesthesia in children

"Pediatric TIVA is moving toward greater precision, safety, and sustainability. Moderate effect-site targets, opioid titration, and early down-titration remain central, particularly in neonates. Propofol infusion syndrome is exceedingly rare, and organ-protective effects of TIVA are reported in major surgery" Quintão et al (2026).

Mar 15, 2026

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Characteristics associated with positive pediatric blood cultures

"We defined clinical characteristics associated with children who had clinically significant BSI. These data should be considered when developing guidance for which children warrant blood culture collection for BSI evaluation. The majority of BSIs are identified within 36 hours of collection" Patel et al (2026).

Mar 12, 2026

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Differences in central venous pressure between distal and proximal CVC lumen

"Our findings revealed no significant difference in the CVP values between the proximal and distal lumens of the CVC in small pediatric patients; moreover, the proximal lumen provided reliable CVP values, even during CPB" Yamamoto et al (2026).

Mar 12, 2026

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Evaluation of an online CLABSI training package

"The online staff training package for PN was well received with staff finding it engaging, informative and practical. Course completion led to intended positive behaviour changes in clinical practice reported by participants, particularly regarding infection prevention and Standard-ANTT compliance" Fletcher et al (2026).

Mar 12, 2026

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UEDVT PICC-port and chest port comparison – Full Text

"This meta-analysis aims to systematically evaluate the impact of left- vs. right-sided TIVAP implantation on CRT risk, providing evidence-based support for clinical prevention strategies" Fan et al (2026).

Mar 12, 2026

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Comparison between sodium bicarbonate and ethanol for central line locks

"This study demonstrates that sodium bicarbonate locks are a safe and effective alternative to ethanol locks for pediatric patients with IF with equivalent rates of CLABSI and decreased rates of line replacements and repairs" McNevin et al (2026).