Prevention of complications related to peripherally inserted central catheter insertion techniques in newborns: systematic review and network meta-analysis.

Objective: to analyze the effectiveness of peripherally inserted central catheter insertion techniques in preventing the occurrence of complications related to this device in newborns.

Method: a paired and network systematic literature review and meta-analysis, with its search carried out in seven databases and in the Grey Literature, including randomized and non-randomized clinical trials. The risk of bias was assessed using the Cochrane Risk of Bias 2 and Risk of Bias In Non-randomized Studies of Interventions tools.

Hyaluronic acid to manage radiotoxicities in gynecological cancer patients: a scoping review.

Purpose: This study aimed to map the use of hyaluronic acid (HA) in preventing and controlling radiotoxicity in women with gynecological cancer undergoing radiotherapy.

Methods: We conducted a scoping review of eight electronic databases: CINAHL, Cochrane CENTRAL, LILACS, PubMed, Scopus, Embase, LIVIVO, and the Web of Science Core Collection. In addition, a grey literature search was performed using Google Scholar and ProQuest Dissertations & Theses Global.

Teaching-Learning Programs to Prevent and Control Infections Related to Long-Term Central Venous Access Device in Cancer Patients: A Systematic Review.

Objectives: To evaluate the effectiveness of teaching-learning programs for cancer patients and/or their caregivers or family in preventing and controlling infections associated with long-term central venous access devices.

Data Sources: This systematic review used the CINAHL, Cochrane Library, EMBASE, LILACS, and MEDLINE via PubMed portal, Scopus, and Web of Science. Google Scholar was used for the gray literature search.

Topical interventions for preventing hand-foot syndrome resulting from antineoplastic therapy: A scoping review.

Objective: To map topical interventions used to prevent hand-foot syndrome in cancer patients undergoing antineoplastic therapy.

Method: This is a scoping review reported in accordance with the recommendations of PRISMA-ScR (extension for scoping review) and the Joanna Briggs Institute Manual. The searches were carried out in the electronic databases CINAHL, Cochrane CENTRAL, EMBASE, LILACS, LIVIVO, PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science; and gray literature (Google Scholar, Pro-Quest).

Complementary therapies in the control of male lower urinary tract symptoms: A systematic review.

Objective: to evaluate diverse scientific evidence on the effectiveness of complementary therapies in the control of lower urinary tract symptoms in the adult and aged male population.

Method: a systematic review developed according to the PRISMA checklist. The search was performed in the CINAHL, Embase, LILACS, PEDro, PubMed, Web of Science and Google Scholar databases.

Exposure to endocrine disruptors and risk of breast cancer: A systematic review.

Aim: The aim of this study was to investigate the association between human exposure to endocrine disruptors (EDs) and the risk of breast cancer.

Methods: This was a systematic review conducted by searching Cochrane Library, LILACS, Livivo, PubMed, and Science Direct. Observational studies addressing the association between exposure to EDs and breast cancer risk in adults were included.

Patients with lung cancer undergoing immune checkpoint inhibitors: A meta-analysis of dermatological toxicities.

Immune checkpoint inhibitors are affirming as standard care for advanced lung cancer treatment. Despite their proved efficacy, alone or in combination, they are capable to provoke several cutaneous immune-mediated adverse events. This systematic review aimed to determine the prevalence of cutaneous toxicity in patients with lung cancer undergoing immune checkpoint inhibitors alone, combined, or associated with chemotherapy and/or radiotherapy.

Effectiveness of topical interventions to prevent or treat intravenous therapy-related phlebitis: A systematic review.

Aims And Objectives: To evaluate the effectiveness of topical interventions in the prevention or treatment of intravenous therapy-related phlebitis.

Background: Phlebitis is a severe inflammatory reaction that can be caused by intravenous therapy with hyperosmolar drugs. Although a variety of interventions are performed in several different countries, the most efficient method is yet to be established.

Interventions for Occluded Central Venous Catheters: A Meta-analysis.

Context: Thrombotic occlusion is 1 of the most frequent complications in catheters implanted in children.

Objective: To identify the interventions used to treat thrombotic events in long-term central venous catheters in pediatric patients with cancer.

Data Sources: Electronic searches were performed in the Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, Latin American and Caribbean Health Sciences Literature, LIVIVO, PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, Google Scholar, OpenGrey, and ProQuest databases.

Interventions to obstructive long-term central venous catheter in cancer patients: a meta-analysis.

Purpose: The aim of this systematic review was to identify the interventions used to treat obstructive events, whether thrombotic or non-thrombotic, in long-term central venous catheters (LT-CVC) in cancer patients.

Methods: This review included clinical trials and observational studies reporting the drugs used to treat obstructive catheter events in cancer patients. The authors developed specific search strategies for CINAHL, Cochrane CENTRAL, LILACS, PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, Google Scholar, Open Grey, and ProQuest.

Topical interventions to prevent acute radiation dermatitis in head and neck cancer patients: a systematic review.

Purpose: The purpose of the study is to evaluate the effects of pharmacological and non-pharmacological topical controls in the prevention of radiation dermatitis.

Methods: Relevant clinical trials were identified through electronic searching databases CINAHL, CENTRAL, LILACS, PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science. Handsearching and gray literature searches were also performed to find additional references.

Validation of an educative manual for patients with head and neck cancer submitted to radiation therapy.

Objective: develop the content and face validation of an educative manual for patients with head and neck cancer submitted to radiation therapy.

Method: descriptive methodological research. The Theory of Psychometrics was used for the validation process, developed by 15 experts in the theme area of the educative manual and by two language and publicity professionals.

Gel of chamomile vs. urea cream to prevent acute radiation dermatitis in patients with head and neck cancer: a randomized controlled trial.

Aim: To compare a gel made with chamomile (Chamomilla recutita) with a cream of urea as an intervention to delay the time to occurrence of radiation dermatitis.

Background: Radiation dermatitis is one of the most common adverse effects of radiotherapy in patients with head and neck cancer. It is characterized by erythema, itching, pain, skin breakage and burning sensation, and there is no consensus on how to prevent it.

Effect of a video on developing skills in undergraduate nursing students for the management of totally implantable central venous access ports.

Background: Handling Totally Implantable Access Ports (TIAP) is a nursing procedure that requires skill and knowledge to avoid adverse events. No studies addressing this procedure with undergraduate students were identified prior to this study. Communication technologies, such as videos, have been increasingly adopted in the teaching of nursing and have contributed to the acquisition of competencies for clinical performance.

Pharmacological interventions to treat phlebitis: systematic review.

This study presents a systematic review for evaluating effective pharmacological actions for the treatment of phlebitis stemming from infusion therapy. The studies reviewed were categorized according to the type of therapeutic approach proposed by the author and by the level of evidence presented. The review found that topical nitroglycerin and notoginseny were more effective in the reduction of the inflammatory process when compared with other proposed alternatives.