Arterial cannulation for continuous blood pressure monitoring is not a technique free from complications; most of the time, these are minor and do not pose a major problem for the patient, but in some cases, they can have serious consequences. Furthermore, in...
Neonatal peripherally inserted central catheters (n-PICCs) are commonly used in neonatal intensive care units to administer vasoactive drugs and hyperosmotic solutions such as parenteral nutrition. These catheters are often maintained in place for 2 to 3 weeks and...
Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters (PICCs) are essential in modern medical practice, providing reliable venous access for patients requiring long-term intravenous therapy. Below, we highlight an overview of our latest PICC Care and Maintenance Guide. Download...
Nurses are the first clinical aid at the bedside, monitoring and responding to changes in patient conditions. Providing nurses with tools to make more informed decisions can significantly enhance patient care as early detection of preventable outcomes is crucial for...
In this article, we present the case of a triple-negative breast carcinoma T2N0M0 with negative genetic testing and a Ki67 proliferation index of 80%, indicating an aggressive cancer. Despite the initial recommendation to use a peripherally inserted central catheter...
The introduction of ENFit® connectors in neonatology units, with the aim of avoiding connection errors between systems intended for different clinical therapies, has generated much debate among experts in the field. The new connector for enteral nutrition poses a...