Background: Peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs) are associated with an increased risk of central line-associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI) and venous thromboembolism (VTE). Catheters that are coated or impregnated with antimicrobial and/or antithrombotic agents have been developed to prevent these complications. However, their effectiveness in preventing CLABSI and VTE is unclear. Using data from a large [...]

Case Presentation: A 64-year-old male with a medical history of psoriatic arthritis on etanercept, coronary artery disease, adrenal insufficiency and alcohol use disorder who presented to the hospital with complaints of weakness, fatigue, night sweat, and transient slurring of speech. Physical examination was normal. Laboratory investigation showed Hemoglobin of 10, Platelets 150, WBC 6, CRP [...]