Meeting
Abstract Number: 174
SHM Converge 2023
Background: Hospitalized patients may require central venous access devices (CVADs) for inadequate intravenous (IV) access. CVADs have known complications, including peri-procedural trauma and central line associated bloodstream infections (CLABSI). CLABSI is of concern for patients and hospital systems, as it is largely preventable and used as a quality measure. A CVAD alternative is a short […]
Abstract Number: 434
Hospital Medicine 2020, Virtual Competition
Background: Catheter occlusion is one of the most common complications associated with Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter (PICC) insertion, affecting 1 in every 8 PICCs placed. Occlusion may have important consequences for patients including inability to use the device, delays in tests or treatment, or if irreversible the need to remove and replace the device. Based […]