Midline Catheters
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DOI: 10.1097/nan.0000000000000471
Abstract: In the past 30 years, midline catheter use has grown rapidly. For several reasons, many providers and facilities are attempting to reduce the number of central venous catheters and subsequent central line–associated bloodstream infections (CLABSIs)… read more here.
Keywords: midline catheters; catheter; practice; midline ... See more keywords
A Retrospective Assessment of Midline Catheter Failures Focusing on Catheter Composition
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DOI: 10.1097/nan.0000000000000484
Abstract: Vascular access specialists are responsible for assessing the patient in their unique situation and determining the correct vascular access device to complete the therapeutic goal without complication or failure. This retrospective cohort study compared the… read more here.
Keywords: vascular access; retrospective assessment; catheter; failure ... See more keywords
Incidence of Midline Catheter Complications Among Hospitalized Patients
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DOI: 10.1097/nan.0000000000000490
Abstract: The use of midline catheters has increased to reduce excessive use of central venous access devices, and additional data on midline catheter complications are needed. This study aimed to describe midline catheter complications among hospitalized… read more here.
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PICC vs. midline catheter use for short-term indications was linked to major complications at ≤30 d
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DOI: 10.7326/j22-0015
Abstract: SOURCE CITATION Swaminathan L, Flanders S, Horowitz J, et al. Safety and outcomes of midline catheters vs peripherally inserted central catheters for patients with short-term indications: a multicenter study. JAMA Intern Med. 2022;182:50-8. 34842905. read more here.
Keywords: catheter use; picc midline; term indications; midline catheter ... See more keywords