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…
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The Clinical Need for Mini-Midlines
Mini-midlines exist to fill the gap between short peripheral IVs and full midline/PICC lines by providing safer,…
Why Peripheral IVs Don’t Always Meet Patient Needs
Peripheral IV catheters are extremely common, but they often fail early, go unused, or cannot safely deliver…
Ultrasound-Guided Puncture Before Escalation to Central Access
Ultrasound‑guided puncture is now recommended as the default approach when escalating from peripheral to central vascular access,…
INS Recommendations for Device Selection in Patients with Limited Veins
In patients with limited or difficult venous access, INS emphasizes a structured assessment and the least invasive device that…
Why Escalation Does Not Always Mean a PICC or Midline?
Escalation in vascular access means moving to the safest device that meets the therapy need, not automatically…
What is the Difference Between Short-Term and Long-Term VADs?
The Infusion Nurses Society (INS) defines vascular access devices (VADs) by their intended duration of use, anatomical…
How Do Maximal Barrier Kits Improve Safety During PICC and Midline Insertion?
Maximal Barrier Kits enhance safety during PICC and Midlines insertions by standardizing procedures, reducing infection risks, and…
What Makes Midlines a Powerful Option in IV Therapy?
Midline catheters represent a powerful and often underutilized choice in intravenous (IV) therapy, especially for patients requiring…
Power Injectability in PICCs and Midlines
Power injectability refers to the capability of certain catheters to withstand the rapid injection of contrast agents…
Max Barrier Kits
How INS (Infusion Nurses Society) guidelines influence the design of Health Line’s Maximal Barrier Kits? Maximal barrier…
What are the Differences between PICC Line and Midline Catheter?
In the medical field, various types of catheters exist. However, one common query revolves around the distinction…
Types of PIVC: Long Peripheral Intravenous Catheters
Referred to by various terms within our industry, the long peripheral intravenous catheter (long PIVC) also known…
Types of PIVC: Midlines
To better understand midlines, it helps to define peripheral intravenous catheters, as midlines fall under this category…
What is a Midline Catheter?
A midline catheter, defined by Infusion Nurses Society, is a vascular access device intended for placement into…
