Background Peripherally inserted central catheters (PICC) are among the most commonly
used medical devices in hospital. This study sought to determine the appropriateness of …

Objective Peripherally inserted central catheters (PICC) are frequently used to deliver
medical therapies, but our knowledge regarding PICC-related complications remains …

BACKGROUND The guidelines for peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs)
recommend avoiding insertion if the anticipated duration of use is≤ 5 days. However, short …

Background Little is known about peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) use,
appropriateness and device outcomes in Brazil. Methods We conducted an observational …

BACKGROUND Peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs) are commonly inserted
during hospitalization for a variety of clinical indications. OBJECTIVE To understand …

Background: Arm choice for peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) insertion is often
determined by PICC nurses. Objectives: To explore the impact of arm choice (dominant or …

Intravenous therapy administration through peripheral venous catheters is one of the most
common nursing procedures performed in clinical contexts. However, peripherally inserted …

Background: Increasing studies concern about idle vascular access devices, but still scant
data on idle peripherally inserted central catheters. We aimed to assess the prevalence and …

BACKGROUND: Peripherally‐inserted central venous catheters (PICCs) are frequently used
in hospitals for central intravenous access. These catheters may offer advantages over …

Worldwide, there has been a shift in health care delivery, with an increasing emphasis on
avoiding hospital admissions and providing treatment such as intravenous antibiotics for …