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,…
PICC
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…
Cuffed vs. non-cuffed PICC lines
Cuffed PICC lines have a small fabric cuff under the skin that promotes tissue ingrowth and helps…
Using Upper vs. Lower Extremity Veins for Vascular Access
Upper vs. Lower Extremity Veins for Vascular Access Devices Upper extremity veins are the preferred sites for vascular…
Global PICC Market
The Global Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters (PICC) market is set to progress at a compound annual growth…
Indications for use of a Peripheral Inserted Central Catheter
What is a PICC line? The Infusion Nurses Society’s definition of a Peripheral Inserted Central Catheter (PICC)…
