by VascuFirst | Dec 12, 2022 | PICCs
Ever since their creation, vascular access teams dedicated to PICC placement have proven to be efficient in reducing catheter-related complications. However, as Nancy Moureau commented in a clinical case on thrombosis in 2016, there are still complications that can...
by Linda Kelly | Sep 7, 2022 | PICCs, VAD Insertion
Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters (PICCs) (Part three) Best practice in PICC use: Troubleshooting common complications This article is part of a series about PICCs. To read part I about key principles of PICCs and part II about their safe use,...
by VascuFirst | Aug 10, 2022 | PICCs
In this article, we will address thrombosis in peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs) based on the following aspects: incidence, causes, physiology, symptomatology, and prevention. What is thrombosis? Thrombosis is the formation of a clot in a vessel....
by Linda Kelly | Jul 20, 2022 | PICCs, VAD Insertion
To refresh your memory and read the first part of the series about the key principles of PICCs, you can click here. The use of PICCs has increased in recent years and can now be found in many specialties and in both hospital and out of hospital settings....
by Linda Kelly | Apr 27, 2022 | PICCs, VAD Insertion
Although Vascular Access Devices (VAD) have many advantages, the burden of harm associated with them is significant. It is now accepted that the presence of any VAD immediately places patients at risk of complications. They can occur in all devices including a PICC...
by VascuFirst | Apr 5, 2022 | PICCs, VAD Insertion
In Intravenous Therapy Teams, PICC placement using standard MST (Modified Seldinger Technique) is common practice and generally well controlled. However, complications can arise if the standard technique is applied, and the insertion site is unsuitable. Failure to...
