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Abstract Number: 104
Hospital Medicine 2016, March 6-9, San Diego, Calif.
Background: We previously found that red blood cell (RBC) transfusion was a trigger for hospitalization for venous thromboembolism (VTE) in a Medicare population. As peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs) are both associated with VTE and often used for RBC transfusion, we assessed the prevalence of VTE in patients with PICCs. Methods: We used data from […]
Abstract Number: 105
Hospital Medicine 2016, March 6-9, San Diego, Calif.
Background: Peripherally inserted central catheters [PICCs] are often used for venous access in hospitalized patients. Prevalence and outcomes of short-term PICC use (
Abstract Number: 134
Hospital Medicine 2016, March 6-9, San Diego, Calif.
Background: Peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs) are increasingly used in the care of hospitalized patients. While major complications such as venous thromboembolism and central line-associated bloodstream infection related to PICCs have been well reported, comparatively less attention has been given to minor complications such as occlusion associated with PICCs. This knowledge gap is important because […]
Abstract Number: 163
Hospital Medicine 2016, March 6-9, San Diego, Calif.
Background: Catheter occlusion is often encountered when using peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs). Patients who experience catheter occlusion are at risk of interruption of therapy, thrombolytic instillment, and complications such as VTE. Whether rates of PICC occlusion vary by flushing protocols, device type, or duration is not known. Methods: Using data from the Michigan Hospital […]
Abstract Number: 205
Hospital Medicine 2016, March 6-9, San Diego, Calif.
Background: Peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs) are essential devices used to provide central venous access. However, they are often placed inappropriately, leading to unnecessary risk of PICC-related complications. Vascular access operators typically place the majority of PICCs, yet little is known about these specialists and their beliefs regarding PICCs. We therefore conducted a national survey […]
Abstract Number: 300
Hospital Medicine 2016, March 6-9, San Diego, Calif.
Background: Growing use of peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs) has led to the development of certification programs for PICC operators. Much like the debate regarding certification in medicine, whether such certification influences clinical care is unknown. This knowledge gap is relevant for health systems that hire operators based on certification status and for hospitalists who […]