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Giustivi D, Donadoni M, Elli SM, Casella F, Quici M, Cogliati C, Cavalli S, Rizzi G, La Cava L, Bartoli A, Martini E, Taino A, Perego M, Foschi A, Castelli R, Calloni M, Gidaro A. Brachial Tunneled Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters and the Risk of Catheter Complications: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. NURSING REPORTS 2024; 14:455-467. [PMID: 38391080 PMCID: PMC10885060 DOI: 10.3390/nursrep14010035] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/25/2023] [Revised: 12/31/2023] [Accepted: 02/08/2024] [Indexed: 02/24/2024] Open
Abstract
INTRODUCTION Situations involving increased workloads and stress (i.e., the COVID-19 pandemic) underline the need for healthcare professionals to minimize patient complications. In the field of vascular access, tunneling techniques are a possible solution. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to compare the effectiveness of tunneled Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters (tPICCs) to conventional Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters (cPICCs) in terms of bleeding, overall success, procedural time, and late complications. METHODS Randomized controlled trials without language restrictions were searched using PUBMED®, EMBASE®, EBSCO®, CINAHL®, and the Cochrane Controlled Clinical Trials Register from August 2022 to August 2023. Five relevant papers (1238 patients) were included. RESULTS There were no significant differences in overall success and nerve or artery injuries between the two groups (p = 0.62 and p = 0.62, respectively), although cPICCs caused slightly less bleeding (0.23 mL) and had shorter procedural times (2.95 min). On the other hand, tPICCs had a significantly reduced risk of overall complications (p < 0.001; RR0.41 [0.31-0.54] CI 95%), catheter-related thrombosis (p < 0.001; RR0.35 [0.20-0.59] IC 95%), infection-triggering catheter removal (p < 0.001; RR0.33 [0.18-0.61] IC 95%), wound oozing (p < 0.001; RR0.49 [0.37-0.64] IC 95%), and dislodgement (p < 0.001; RR0.4 [0.31-0.54] CI 95%). CONCLUSIONS The tunneling technique for brachial access appears to be safe concerning intra-procedural bleeding, overall success, and procedural time, and it is effective in reducing the risk of late complications associated with catheterization.
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- Department of Biomedical and Clinical Sciences "Luigi Sacco", Luigi Sacco Hospital, University of Milan, 20122 Milan, Italy
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- Healthcare Profession Department-PICC Team, University of Milan Bicocca, IRCCS San Gerardo dei Tintori Foundation Hospital, 20126 Monza, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Clinical Sciences "Luigi Sacco", Luigi Sacco Hospital, University of Milan, 20122 Milan, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Clinical Sciences "Luigi Sacco", Luigi Sacco Hospital, University of Milan, 20122 Milan, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Clinical Sciences "Luigi Sacco", Luigi Sacco Hospital, University of Milan, 20122 Milan, Italy
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- Healthcare Profession Department-PICC Team, University of Milan Bicocca, IRCCS San Gerardo dei Tintori Foundation Hospital, 20126 Monza, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Clinical Sciences "Luigi Sacco", Luigi Sacco Hospital, University of Milan, 20122 Milan, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Clinical Sciences "Luigi Sacco", Luigi Sacco Hospital, University of Milan, 20122 Milan, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Clinical Sciences "Luigi Sacco", Luigi Sacco Hospital, University of Milan, 20122 Milan, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Clinical Sciences "Luigi Sacco", Luigi Sacco Hospital, University of Milan, 20122 Milan, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Clinical Sciences "Luigi Sacco", Luigi Sacco Hospital, University of Milan, 20122 Milan, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Clinical Sciences "Luigi Sacco", Luigi Sacco Hospital, University of Milan, 20122 Milan, Italy
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- Department of Infectious Diseases, Luigi Sacco Hospital, 20157 Milan, Italy
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- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Pharmacy, University of Sassari, Viale San Pietro N° 8, 07100 Sassari, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Clinical Sciences "Luigi Sacco", Luigi Sacco Hospital, University of Milan, 20122 Milan, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Clinical Sciences "Luigi Sacco", Luigi Sacco Hospital, University of Milan, 20122 Milan, Italy
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Smith RW, Pettini M, Gulden R, Wendel D. Central venous catheter safety in pediatric patients with intestinal failure. Nutr Clin Pract 2023; 38:1273-1281. [PMID: 37537891 DOI: 10.1002/ncp.11047] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/09/2023] [Revised: 06/20/2023] [Accepted: 07/08/2023] [Indexed: 08/05/2023] Open
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Children with intestinal failure (IF) require long-term central venous access to provide life-sustaining parenteral nutrition. Mechanical, thrombotic, and infectious complications are potentially life-threatening and may necessitate central venous catheter (CVC) replacement. Repeated central line replacements may lead to a loss of vascular access sites and increases risk for intestinal transplantation. Children with IF face unique challenges for CVC safety given their young age, altered anatomy, and increased risk of thrombosis and infection. The following review addresses preventative, diagnostic, and treatment strategies for central line safety concerns specific to children with IF as well as recommendations for promoting catheter safety during activities, travel, and emergencies.
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- Rachel Warsco Smith
- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Seattle Children's Hospital, Seattle, Washington, USA
- Department of Pediatrics, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, USA
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Seattle Children's Hospital, Seattle, Washington, USA
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Seattle Children's Hospital, Seattle, Washington, USA
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Seattle Children's Hospital, Seattle, Washington, USA
- Department of Pediatrics, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, USA
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Ostroff MD, Moureau N, Pittiruti M. Rapid Assessment of Vascular Exit Site and Tunneling Options (RAVESTO): A new decision tool in the management of the complex vascular access patients. J Vasc Access 2023; 24:311-317. [PMID: 34289721 DOI: 10.1177/11297298211034306] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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In the last decade, different standardized protocols have been developed for a systematic ultrasound venous assessment before central venous catheterization: RaCeVA (Rapid Central Vein Assessment), RaPeVA (Rapid Peripheral Vein Assessment), and RaFeVA (Rapid Femoral Vein Assessment). Such protocols were designed to locate the ideal puncture site to minimize insertion-related complications. Recently, subcutaneous tunneling of non-cuffed central venous access devices at bedside has also grown in acceptance. The main rationale for tunneling is to relocate the exit site based on patient factors and concerns for dislodgement. The tool we describe (RAVESTO-Rapid Assessment of Vascular Exit Site and Tunneling Options) defines the different options of subcutaneous tunneling and their indications in different clinical situations in patients with complex vascular access.
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- PICC Excellence, Inc., Infinity Infusion Nursing, Griffith University, Hartwell, GA, USA
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