Peripheral intravenous therapy infiltration/extravasation (PIVIE) risks and the potential for earlier notification of events using a novel sensor technology in a neonatal population.

Background: Intravenous (IV) therapy using short peripheral IV catheters (PIVC) is commonplace with neonatal patients. However, this therapy is associated with high complication rates including the leakage of infused fluids from the vasculature into the surrounding tissues; a condition referred to as, peripheral IV infiltration/extravasation (PIVIE).

Objective: The quality improvement project aimed to identify the prevalence of known risk factors for PIVIE in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) and explore the feasibility of using novel optical sensor technology to aid in earlier detection of PIVIE events.

Octyl-butyl-cyanoacrylate glue for securement of peripheral intravenous catheters: A retrospective, observational study in the neonatal population.

Background: Evidence-based insertion and maintenance strategies for neonatal vascular access devices (VAD) exist to reduce the causes of VAD failure and complications in neonates. Peripheral intravenous catheter failure and complications including, infiltration, extravasation, phlebitis, dislodgement with/without removal, and infection are majorly influenced by catheter securement methods.

Methods: A retrospective, observational study using routinely collected data on intravenous device use in a large neonatal intensive care unit in Qatar.

Effect of peripheral intravenous catheter type and material on therapy failure in a neonatal population.

Background: In neonatal settings vascular access devices are essential for treatment. However, their use is not without risks. The design and materials of peripheral vascular access devices have been evaluated amongst adult populations, but contemporary studies in neonatal settings are scant.

The learning curve for ultrasound-guided peripheral intravenous cannulation in adults: a multicenter study.

Aims: To lower the threshold for applying ultrasound (US) guidance during peripheral intravenous cannulation, nurses need to be trained and gain experience in using this technique. The primary outcome was to quantify the number of procedures novices require to perform before competency in US-guided peripheral intravenous cannulation was achieved.

Materials And Methods: A multicenter prospective observational study, divided into two phases after a theoretical training session: a hands-on training session and a supervised life-case training session.

The impact of a notched peripheral intravenous catheter on the first attempt success rate in hospitalized adults: Block-randomized trial.

Introduction: Peripheral intravenous cannulation is the preferred method to obtain vascular access, but not always successful on the first attempt. Evidence on the impact of the intravenous catheter itself on the success rate is lacking. Faster visualization of blood flashback into the catheter, as a result of a notched needle, is thought to increase first attempt success rate.

Cost-utilization of peripheral intravenous cannulation in hospitalized adults: An observational study.

Aim: In modern healthcare there is increased focus on optimizing efficiency for every treatment or performed procedure, of which reduction of costs is an important part. With this study, authors aimed to calculate the cost of peripheral intravenous cannulation including all components that influence its price.

Methods: This observational cost-utilization study was conducted between May and October 2016.

Establishing the required components for training in ultrasoundguided peripheral intravenous cannulation: a systematic review of available evidence.

Ultrasound increases a first-attempt success rate for vascular access when considered by knowledgeable and experienced practitioners. Education and training of these practitioners in ultrasound-guided peripheral intravenous cannulation is becoming increasingly common, although no consensus has been reached regarding its curriculum. The current systematic literature review aims to explore different training modules and components in use, and its efficacy and efficiency in ultrasound-guided peripheral intravenous cannulation in hospitalized adults by different healthcare providers.

Clinical use of electrical stimulation with the Veinplicity device and its effect on the first attempt success rate of peripheral intravenous cannulation: A non-randomized clinical trial.

Background: Peripheral intravenous cannulation is one of the most frequently performed medical procedures. Venodilation, which can be achieved with different techniques, is an important factor for first attempt success. The objective of this study was to compare the first attempt success rates upon peripheral intravenous cannulation after applying a tourniquet, with venous dilation by electrical stimulation using the Veinplicity device, or a combination of both techniques, in participants at moderate risk of a difficult peripheral intravenous access.

Pain upon inserting a peripheral intravenous catheter: Size does not matter.

Background: Approximately 1.2 billion peripheral intravenous catheters are inserted across the world annually. It is known that intravenous cannulation may be a painful procedure, which affects cognitive abilities by increasing anxiety and discomfort.