Global PICC Market
The Global Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters (PICC) market is set to progress at a compound annual growth…
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Minimizing Vessel Trauma During PICC and Midline Insertion
Minimizing vessel trauma during PICC and midline insertion rests on three pillars: choosing the right vein/device, using the gentlest possible access technique, and respecting …
What Do INS Standards Say About Needle-free Connectors and Disinfection?
INS standards emphasize that needleless connectors should be disinfected before every access using firm mechanical friction and an appropriate antiseptic, with the exact agent …
The Importance of Power Injectable PICC Lines and Midlines in CT Imaging
Power injectable devices play a critical role in modern imaging, particularly when used with peripherally inserted central catheters (PICC lines) and midline catheters. These …
Scrub the Hub vs Disinfection Caps: What Does the Evidence Say?
The evidence favors both approaches, but they do not have identical roles: manual “scrub the hub” remains the baseline standard, while disinfection caps appear …
Protecting the Catheter Access Point Between Dialysis Uses
Between catheter access events, the device remains in place to allow repeated use without additional punctures. While significant attention is often given to preparation before access, the time between …
When Tear Away Introducer Size Matters in Vascular Access
Introducer size matters in vascular access because a larger outer diameter relative to the vessel increases bleeding, dissection, occlusion, and spasm risk, while too …
