What is International Nurses Day and why is it celebrated on May 12? International Nurses Day is a global observance held every year on May 12 to recognize the essential role nurses play in healthcare systems worldwide. The date commemorates the birth of Florence...
Central vascular access plays a key role in the administration of vesicant and/or long-term intravascular therapies. However, the insertion of a central venous catheter may involve risks such as infection, thrombosis, or accidental catheter dislodgement. For this...
What is an implantable port and why does it transform pediatric cancer care? Every year, around 400,000 children worldwide are diagnosed with cancer. Childhood cancers require aggressive chemotherapy and intensive supportive...
When withdrawing a Huber needle from an implantable port, complications such as occlusion can arise. It is one of the leading complications in CVADs, affecting up to 1 in 3 catheters1 and can potentially lead to serious or life-threatening consequences. To mitigate...
Occlusion is one of the most common complications associated with vascular access devices (VADs). A blocked device can interrupt treatment, preventing the delivery of essential medications, fluids, or nutrition. This can lead to a rapid deterioration in the emergency...