INS standards emphasize that needleless connectors should be disinfected before every access using firm mechanical friction and an appropriate antiseptic, with the exact agent …
Power injectable devices play a critical role in modern imaging, particularly when used with peripherally inserted central catheters (PICC lines) and midline catheters. These …
The evidence favors both approaches, but they do not have identical roles: manual “scrub the hub” remains the baseline standard, while disinfection caps appear …
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 …
Introducer size matters in vascular access because a larger outer diameter relative to the vessel increases bleeding, dissection, occlusion, and spasm risk, while too …
Improving hub disinfection compliance requires combining clear standards, human factor friendly products, and visible monitoring that links practice to outcomes. Why hub disinfection matters …
