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 | 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...