Clues for diagnosing misplaced central venous catheter in the right ascending lumbar vein during right femoral venous access

The right ascending lumbar vein is difficult to detect on anteroposterior abdominalradiographs because it overlaps with the inferior vena cava on anteroposteriorradiographs.Intensive observation by medical providers may be a cue fordiagnosis.However,knowledge of catheter misplacement of the right ascendinglumbar vein is also necessary,because misplacement cannot be suspected withoutthat awareness.

The Application Value of Swan-Neck Microcatheter in Peripheral Vascular Interventional Therapy

Background and Objectives: Establishing a stable pathway is the basis for interventional surgery, and hyper-selected intubation has become the basic requirement for vascular intervention therapy. Super-selection intubation can not only significantly improve the efficacy of peripheral intervention treatment, but also greatly reduce surgical complications. However, during the treatment of peripheral vascular intervention (such as liver tumor arterial chemotherapy embolism, hemoptysis bronchial arterial embolism, gastrointestinal hemorrhagic gastrointestinal arterial embolism, etc.), vascular mutation is often large, and there are many branches, and the direction of blood flow is into the direction of blood flow, the horns are even reverse, and even the use of straight-headed microstructures will have difficulty interpolation difficulties or even failure, which increases the risk of surgery and affects safety treatment. To overcome this, pre-plasticized microcatheters have emerged, among which the InstantPass Swan-Neck Microstructure is a catheter with a head-end morphology similar to Cobra. Our research aims to explore the feasibility, safety, and technical advantages of the use of swan-neck microcatheter in peripheral vascular hyperboloid intubation. Materials and Methods: From January 2023 to March 2024, 31 patients with swan-neck microstructure were used in the peripheral vascular intervention therapy outside the hospital. Among them, there were 23 men and 8 women, aged 32 - 81 years old, an average (55 ± 13) years, and the average irradiation time was 35.1 ± 24.7 minutes. 10 cases of iodide oil arterial chemotherapy embolism, 7 cases of microspheres of hepatic arteries, 3 cases of gastric duodenal artery selective embolism, 3 cases of vein embolism with esophageal stomach, and 2 cases of sperm varicose vein embolism, 2 cases of selective embolism of the intestinal membrane, 2 cases of uterine arteries embolism, and 2 cases of renal arterial embolism. 11 of these patients switched to the swan-neck microstructure after using the straight-headed microstructure super-selective intubation. To analyze whether the swan-neck microcatheter is successfully transported to the target location, whether it can provide a satisfactory path for subsequent intravascular treatment, evaluate the surgery instant image results and complications related to the microstructure during the surgery period, analyze the angle of the target blood vessels and the main blood vessels, the target blood vessels, the target blood vessels, the relationship between the degree of pedestrian and the success rate of ultra-selective intubation, and summarize the indication of the application of the swan-neck microstructure in peripheral intervention therapy. Results: In this study, 31 patients used 31 swan-neck microcatheters, of which 22 (70.9%) target vascular and main blood vessels were ≤90˚;17 patients (54.8%) patients were curved and angulated;11 cases (35.5%) were after the failure of the superselective intubation of the straight-headed microstructure, the swan-neck microcatheter was successful after the failure;1 case (3.2%) patients with microstructure-related mezzanine occurred during surgery, and the complication rate of the perioperative ductation was 3.2%. All target lesions are finally successfully completed, and the success rate of surgical technology is 100%. Conclusion: Swan-neck microcatheters have a high success rate in superselective cannulation of peripheral blood vessels and perform well in vascular tortuosity and angulated lesions.

Lower extremity peripherally inserted central catheter placement ectopic to the ascending lumbar vein:A case report

BACKGROUND Peripherally inserted central catheters(PICCs)are an essential infusion route for oncology patients receiving intravenous treatments,but lower extremity veni-puncture is the preferred technique for patients with superior vena cava syndrome(SVCS).We report the case of a patient with a lower extremity PICC ectopic to the ascending lumbar vein,to indicate and verify PICC catheterisation in the lower extremity is safe and feasible.And hope to provide different per-spectives for clinical PICC venipuncture to get the attention of peers.CASE SUMMARY On 24 August 2022,a 58-year-old male was admitted to our department due to an intermittent cough persisting for over a month,which worsened 10 d prior.Imaging and laboratory investigations suggested the patient with pulmonary malignancy and SVCS.Chemotherapy was not an absolute contraindication in this patient.Lower extremity venipuncture is the preferred technique because administering upper extremity venous transfusion to patients with SVCS can exacerbate oedema in the head,neck,and upper extremities.The patient and his family were informed about the procedure,and informed consent was obtained.After successful puncture and prompt treatment,the patient was discharged,experiencing some relief from symptoms.CONCLUSION Inferior vena cava catheterisation is rare and important for cancer patients with SVCS,particularly in complex situations involving ectopic placement.

Different timing for abdominal paracentesis catheter placement and drainage in severe acute pancreatitis complicated by intraabdominal fluid accumulation

BACKGROUND Non-surgical methods such as percutaneous drainage are crucial for the treatment of patients with severe acute pancreatitis(SAP).However,there is still an ongoing debate regarding the optimal timing for abdominal paracentesis catheter place-ment and drainage.AIM To explore the influence of different timing for abdominal paracentesis catheter placement and drainage in SAP complicated by intra-abdominal fluid accumu-lation.METHODS Using a retrospective approach,184 cases of SAP complicated by intra-abdominal fluid accumulation were enrolled and categorized into three groups based on the timing of catheter placement:group A(catheter placement within 2 d of symptom onset,n=89),group B(catheter placement between days 3 and 5 after symptom onset,n=55),and group C(catheter placement between days 6 and 7 after symptom onset,n=40).The differences in progression rate,mortality rate,and the number of cases with organ dysfunction were compared among the three groups.RESULTS The progression rate of group A was significantly lower than those in groups B and groups C(2.25%vs 21.82%and 32.50%,P<0.05).Further,the proportion of patients with at least one organ dysfunction in group A was significantly lower than those in groups B and groups C(41.57%vs 70.91%and 75.00%,P<0.05).The mortality rates in group A,group B,and group C were similar(P>0.05).At postoperative day 3,the levels of C-reactive protein(55.41±19.32 mg/L vs 82.25±20.41 mg/L and 88.65±19.14 mg/L,P<0.05),procalcitonin(1.36±0.51 ng/mL vs 3.20±0.97 ng/mL and 3.41±0.98 ng/mL,P<0.05),tumor necrosis factor-alpha(15.12±6.63 pg/L vs 22.26±9.96 pg/L and 23.39±9.12 pg/L,P<0.05),interleukin-6(332.14±90.16 ng/L vs 412.20±88.50 ng/L and 420.08±87.65ng/L,P<0.05),interleukin-8(415.54±68.43 ng/L vs 505.80±66.90 ng/L and 510.43±68.23ng/L,P<0.05)and serum amyloid A(270.06±78.49 mg/L vs 344.41±81.96 mg/L and 350.60±80.42 mg/L,P<0.05)were significantly lower in group A compared to those in groups B and group C.The length of hospital stay in group A was significantly lower than those in groups B and group C(24.50±4.16 d vs 35.54±6.62 d and 38.89±7.10 d,P<0.05).The hospitalization expenses in group A were also significantly lower than those in groups B and groups C[2.70(1.20,3.55)ten-thousand-yuan vs 5.50(2.98,7.12)ten-thousand-yuan and 6.00(3.10,8.05)ten-thousand-yuan,P<0.05).The incidence of complications in group A was markedly lower than that in group C(5.62%vs 25.00%,P<0.05),and similar to group B(P>0.05).CONCLUSION Percutaneous catheter drainage for the treatment of SAP complicated by intra-abdominal fluid accumulation is most effective when performed within 2 d of onset.

Computerized tomography-guided therapeutic percutaneous puncture catheter drainage-combined with somatostatin for severe acute pancreatitis: An analysis of efficacy and safety

BACKGROUND Severe acute pancreatitis(SAP),a condition with rapid onset,critical condition and unsatisfactory prognosis,poses a certain threat to human health,warranting optimization of relevant treatment plans to improve treatment efficacy.AIM To evaluate the efficacy and safety of computerized tomography-guided the-rapeutic percutaneous puncture catheter drainage(CT-TPPCD)combined with somatostatin(SS)in the treatment of SAP.METHODS Forty-two SAP patients admitted to The Second Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University from June 2020 to June 2023 were selected.On the basis of routine treatment,20 patients received SS therapy(control group)and 22 patients were given CT-TPPCD plus SS intervention(research group).The efficacy,safety(pancreatic fistula,intra-abdominal hemorrhage,sepsis,and organ dysfunction syndrome),abdominal bloating and pain relief time,bowel recovery time,hospital stay,inflammatory indicators(C-reactive protein,interleukin-6,and pro-calcitonin),and Acute Physiology and Chronic Health Evaluation(APACHE)II score of both groups were evaluated for comparison.RESULTS Compared with the control group,the research group had a markedly higher total effective rate,faster abdominal bloating and pain relief and bowel recovery,INTRODUCTION Pancreatitis,an inflammatory disease occurring in the pancreatic tissue,is classified as either acute or chronic and is associated with high morbidity and mortality,imposing a socioeconomic burden[1,2].The pathogenesis of this disease involves early protease activation,activation of nuclear factor kappa-B-related inflammatory reactions,and infiltration of immune cells[3].Severe acute pancreatitis(SAP)is a serious condition involving systemic injury and subsequent possible organ failure,accounting for 20%of all acute pancreatitis cases[4].SAP is also characterized by rapid onset,critical illness and unsatisfactory prognosis and is correlated with serious adverse events such as systemic inflammatory response syn-drome and acute lung injury,threatening the health of patients[5,6].Therefore,timely and effective therapeutic inter-ventions are of great significance for improving patient prognosis and ensuring therapeutic effects.Somatostatin(SS),a peptide hormone that can be secreted by endocrine cells and the central nervous system,is in-volved in the regulatory mechanism of glucagon and insulin synthesis in the pancreas[7].It has complex and pleiotropic effects on the gastrointestinal tract,which can inhibit the release of gastrointestinal hormones and negatively modulate the exocrine function of the stomach,pancreas and bile,while exerting a certain influence on the absorption of the di-gestive system[8,9].SS has shown certain clinical effectiveness when applied to SAP patients and can regulate the severity of SAP and immune inflammatory responses,and this regulation is related to its influence on leukocyte apoptosis and adhesion[10,11].Computerized tomography-guided therapeutic percutaneous puncture catheter drainage(CT-TPPCD)is a surgical procedure to collect lesion fluid and pus samples from necrotic lesions and perform puncture and drainage by means of CT image examination and precise positioning[12].In the research of Liu et al[13],CT-TPPCD applied to pa-tients undergoing pancreatic surgery contributes to not only good curative effects but also a low surgical risk.Baudin et al[14]also reported that CT-TPPCD has a clinical success rate of 64.6%in patients with acute infectious necrotizing pan-creatitis,with nonfatal surgery-related complications found in only two cases,suggesting that this procedure is clinically effective and safe in the treatment of the disease.In light of the limited studies on the efficacy and safety of SS plus CT-TPPCD in SAP treatment,this study performed a relevant analysis to improve clinical outcomes in SAP patients.

Establishment and validation of a predictive model for peripherally inserted central catheter-related thrombosis in patients with liver cancer

BACKGROUND Peripherally inserted central catheters(PICCs)are commonly used in hospitalized patients with liver cancer for the administration of chemotherapy,nutrition,and other medications.However,PICC-related thrombosis is a serious complication that can lead to morbidity and mortality in this patient population.Several risk factors have been identified for the development of PICC-related thrombosis,including cancer type,stage,comorbidities,and catheter characteristics.Understanding these risk factors and developing a predictive model can help healthcare providers identify high-risk patients and implement preventive measures to reduce the incidence of thrombosis.AIM To analyze the influencing factors of PICC-related thrombosis in hospitalized patients with liver cancer,construct a predictive model,and validate it.METHODS Clinical data of hospitalized patients with liver cancer admitted from January 2020 to December 2023 were collected.Thirty-five cases of PICC-related thrombosis in hospitalized patients with liver cancer were collected,and 220 patients who underwent PICC placement during the same period but did not develop PICC-related thrombosis were randomly selected as controls.A total of 255 samples were collected and used as the training set,and 77 cases were collected as the validation set in a 7:3 ratio.General patient information,case data,catheterization data,coagulation indicators,and Autar Thrombosis Risk Assessment Scale scores were analyzed.Univariate and multivariate unconditional logistic regression analyses were performed on relevant factors,and the value of combined indicators in predicting PICC-related thrombosis in hospitalized patients with liver cancer was evaluated using receiver operating characteristic(ROC)curve analysis.RESULTS Univariate analysis showed statistically significant differences(P<0.05)in age,sex,Karnofsky performance status score(KPS),bedridden time,activities of daily living impairment,parenteral nutrition,catheter duration,distant metastasis,and bone marrow suppression between the thrombosis group and the non-thrombosis group.Other aspects had no statistically significant differences(P>0.05).Multivariate regression analysis showed that age≥60 years,KPS score≤50 points,parenteral nutrition,stage III to IV,distant metastasis,bone marrow suppression,and activities of daily living impairment were independent risk factors for PICC-related thrombosis in hospitalized patients with liver cancer(P<0.05).Catheter duration of 1-6 months and catheter duration>6 months were protective factors for PICC-related thrombosis(P<0.05).The predictive model for PICC-related thrombosis was obtained as follows:P predictive probability=[exp(Logit P)]/[1+exp(Logit P)],where Logit P=age×1.907+KPS score×2.045+parenteral nutrition×9.467+catheter duration×0.506+tumor-node-metastasis(TNM)staging×2.844+distant metastasis×2.065+bone marrow suppression×2.082+activities of daily living impairment×13.926.ROC curve analysis showed an area under the curve(AUC)of 0.827(95%CI:0.724-0.929,P<0.001),with a corresponding optimal cut-off value of 0.612,sensitivity of 0.755,and specificity of 0.857.Calibration curve analysis showed good consistency between the predicted occurrence of PICC-related thrombosis and actual occurrence(P>0.05).ROC analysis showed AUCs of 0.888 and 0.729 for the training and validation sets,respectively.CONCLUSION Age,KPS score,parenteral nutrition,TNM staging,distant metastasis,bone marrow suppression,and activities of daily living impairment are independent risk factors for PICC-related thrombosis in hospitalized patients with liver cancer,while catheter duration is a protective factor for the disease.The predictive model has an AUC of 0.827,indicating high predictive accuracy and clinical value.

Anatomical variation in the internal jugular vein:potential risk factors for central venous catheterization-a case report

Central venous catheterization(CVC)is an invasive medical procedure used to measure central venous pressure and provides a stable route for continuous drug administration.CVC is widely used in the emergency department and intensive care units.It is typically performed by inserting a catheter through the internal jugular vein(IJV)into the superior vena cava near the right atrium.[1,2]While catheterization is a fundamental skill proficiently performed by healthcare professionals,lethal complications may occasionally occur because of undesirable positioning,depth and diameter.

How to manage the malposition of deep vein catheterization into the artery?

Central venous catheterization establishes temporary,efficient,and rapid use of deep venous access in patients,which provides high flow rate fluid perfusion,enables measurement of central venous pressure,and acts as an important reference for clinical decision-making.However,various complications such as pneumothorax,hemothorax,hematoma,and puncture failure can easily occur during the puncture and catheterization process.

Workflow for treating inadvertent arterial placement of the central venous catheter

We read the article“How to manage the malposition of deep vein catheterization into the artery”[1]with keen interest.However,we have several concerns with the proposed algorithm.First,the site of catheter misplacement is assumed to be the subclavian artery,the most frequent site of misplacement during internal jugular vein catheterization.[2]However,catheter misplacement can occur in the common carotid and vertebral arteries during internal jugular vein catheterization.[2,3]If a catheter is misplaced in one of these arteries,preventing cerebral ischemia is a priority.[2,4,5]For example,if a thrombus forms around the catheter,a method is chosen to resolve it while preventing dispersion and closing the perforation.[2,6]Therefore,open surgical closure must be selected.Second,the algorithm may not handle instances of realistic catheter misplacement in the arteries.We assume a case where an internal jugular venous catheter(5Fr double-lumen catheter)is inserted but accidentally penetrates the subclavian artery and is placed in the thoracic cavity.Suppose that the injured site is about 5 mm from the confluence of the right common carotid or vertebral arteries.

Rotational Intravascular Multidirectional Ultrasound Catheter for Sonothrombolysis of Retracted Clots:An in Vitro and in Vivo Study

Thromboembolism in blood vessels poses a serious risk of stroke,heart attack,and even sudden death if not properly managed.Sonothrombolysis combined with ultrasound contrast agents has emerged as a promising approach for the effective treatment of thromboembolism.Recent reports have highlighted the potential of intravascular sonothrombolysis as a safe and effective treatment modality for deep vein thrombosis(DVT).However,its efficiency has not been validated through in vivo testing of retracted clots.This study aimed to develop a miniaturized multidirectional transducer featuring two 4-layer lead zir-conate titanate(PZT-5A)stacks with an aperture size of 1.4 mm1.4 mm,enabling both forward-and side-looking treatment.Integrated into a custom two-lumen 10-French(Fr)catheter,the capability of this device for intravascular sonothrombolysis was validated both in vitro and in vivo.With low-dose tissue plasminogen activators and nanodroplets,the rotational multidirectional transducer reduced the retracted clot mass(800 mg)by an average of 52%within 30 min during in vitro testing.The lysis rate was significantly higher by 37%than that in a forward-viewing transducer without rotation.This improvement was particularly noteworthy in the treatment of retracted clots.Notably,a long-retracted clot(>10 cm)was successfully treated within 40 min in vivo by creating a flow channel with a diameter>4 mm in a porcine DVT model.In conclusion,these findings strongly suggest the potential of this technique for clinical applications in sonothrombolysis,offering a feasible solution for effectively treating thromboembolism,particularly in challenging cases involving retracted clots.

Catheter ablation using pulsed-field energy:Do we finally have the magic wand to defeat atrial fibrillation?

Clinical outcomes of catheter ablation remain suboptimal in patients with atrial fibrillation(AF),particularly in those with persistent AF,despite decades of research,clinical trials,and technological advancements.Recently,pulsed-field ablation(PFA),a promising non-thermal technology,has been introduced to improve procedural outcomes.Its unique feature of myocardial selectivity offers safety advantages by avoiding potential harm to vulnerable adjacent structures during AF ablation.However,despite the global enthusiasm within the electro-physiology community,recent data indicate that PFA is still far from being a“magic wand”for addressing such a complex and challenging arrhythmia as AF.More progress is needed in mapping processes rather than in ablation technology.This editorial reviews relevant available data and explores future research directions for PFA.

Spontaneous dislodgment of a peritoneal dialysis catheter inserted using the Seldinger technique:A case report

BACKGROUND Peritoneal dialysis(PD)is an important renal replacement therapy in patients with end-stage renal disease.PD catheters remain the lifeline for patients undergoing PD.The catheter technique survival rate is considered a core PD outcome domain.CASE SUMMARY The PD catheter spontaneously dislodged in a patient undergoing PD during regular fluid exchange without pain.Abdominal computed tomography showed a tunnel infection.A double-cuff straight Tenckhoff catheter had been inserted using the Seldinger technique.Before this incident,the patient had a history of tunnel infections.We speculate that recurrent tunnel infections and catheter insertion using the Seldinger technique may have led to catheter dislodgement.CONCLUSION The present case suggests that clinicians should more rigorously assess the persistence of catheter-related infections concerning the potential complications arising from catheter dislodgement associated with the Seldinger technique.

Multiple paradoxical embolisms caused by central venous catheter thrombus passing through a patent foramen ovale: A case report

BACKGROUND To date,this is the first case of a paradoxical embolism(PDE)that concurrently manifested in the coronary and lower limb arteries and was secondary to a central venous catheter(CVC)thrombus via a patent foramen ovale(PFO).CASE SUMMARY Here,we report a case of simultaneous coronary and lower limb artery embolism in a PFO patient carrier of a CVC.The patient presented to the hospital with acute chest pain and lower limb fatigue.Doppler ultrasound showed a large thrombus in the right internal jugular vein,precisely at the tip of the CVC.Transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiography confirmed the existence of a PFO,with inducible right-to-left shunting by the Valsalva maneuver.The patient was administered an extended course of anticoagulation therapy,and then the CVC was successfully removed.Percutaneous PFO closure was not undertaken.There was no recurrence during follow-up.CONCLUSION Thus,CVC-associated thrombosis is a potential source for multiple PDE in PFO patients.

New application of intestinal obstruction catheter in enterocutaneous fistula:A case report

BACKGROUND Enterocutaneous fistula(ECF)is an abnormal connection between the gastrointestinal tract and the skin.ECF can lead to massive body fluid loss,hypercatabolism,and malnutrition.Therefore,nutritional support plays a crucial role in managing ECFs and promoting the healing of fistulas.For nutritional support,enteral nutrition(EN)is the preferred method when gastrointestinal function is recovering.Currently,various EN approaches have been applied for different anatomical positions of the ECF.However,the effectiveness of administering EN support for treating lower ECFs still needs further exploration and improvement.CASE SUMMARY We present the case of a 46-year-old male who underwent gastrointestinal stromal tumour resection.Six days after the surgery,the patient presented with fever,fatigue,severe upper abdominal pain,and septic shock.Subsequently,lower ECFs were diagnosed through laboratory and imaging examinations.In addition to symptomatic treatment for homeostasis,total parenteral nutrition support was administered in the first 72 h due to dysfunction of the intestine.After that,we gradually provided EN support through the intestinal obstruction catheter in consideration of the specific anatomic position of the fistula instead of using the nasal jejunal tube.Ultimately,the patient could receive optimal EN support via the catheter,and no complications were found during the treatment.CONCLUSION Nutritional support is a crucial element in ECF management,and intestinal obstruction catheters could be used for early EN administration.

Role of a new inflammation predictor in predicting recurrence of atrial fibrillation after radiofrequency catheter ablation

BACKGROUND Radiofrequency catheter ablation(RFCA)has become an important strategy for treating atrial fibrillation(AF),and postoperative recurrence represents a significant and actively discussed clinical concern.The recurrence after RFCA is considered closely related to inflammation.Systemic immune inflammation index(SII)is a novel inflammation predictor based on neutrophils,platelets,and lymphocytes,and is considered a biomarker that comprehensively reflects the immune inflammatory status of the body.AIM To explore the predictive effect of the SII on AF recurrence after RFCA and its predictive value in combination with the existing APPLE score for AF recurrence after RFCA in patients with non-valvular AF(NVAF).METHODS We retrospectively included 457 patients with NVAF first receiving RFCA and classified them into the recurrent or non-recurrent group.We also investigated the predictive role of SII on AF recurrence following RFCA.Finally,we explored and compared the additional predictive value of the SII after combining with the APPLE score.RESULTS After 12 months of follow-up,113(24.7%)patients experienced recurrence.High SII has been demonstrated to be an independent predictor for postoperative AF recurrence.Receiver operating characteristic and decision curve analysis(DCA),as well as net reclassification improvement(NRI)and integrated discrimination improvement(IDI)results,showed that SII combined with the APPLE score had higher predictive efficiency than using the SII or APPLE score alone.The area under the curve of the combined model(0.662,95%confidence interval:0.602-0.722)significantly increased compared with that of the SII and APPLE scores alone(P<0.001).The combined model resulted in an NRI of 29.6%and 34.1%and IDI of 4.9%and 3.5%in predicting AF recurrence compared with the SII and APPLE scores alone,respectively(all P<0.001).The SII,APPLE score,and their combination demonstrated greater clinical utility than did the treat-all and treat-none strategies over the 20–80%risk threshold according to the DCA.CONCLUSION The SII was a predictor of recurrence after RFCA of AF.Moreover,the SII enhanced the predictability of the APPLE score for post-RFCA AF recurrence,providing valuable insights for physicians to optimise patient selection and develop personalised treatment plans.

Unique method for removal of knotted lumbar epidural catheter: A case report

BACKGROUND Combined spinal-epidural(CSE)anesthesia is the preferred anesthesia method for cesarean delivery.The use of an epidural catheter is essential for administering additional drugs intraoperatively and managing postoperative pain.However,the insertion of epidural catheters is associated with various complications,such as total spinal anesthesia,symptoms indicative of spinal nerve root irritation,and challenges in epidural catheter removal.CASE SUMMARY We present a case report of a challenging epidural catheter removal due to knotting.The lumbar computed tomography scan results revealed that the catheter formed a tight knot in the epidural space.We used a novel extubation method and successfully removed the catheter.CONCLUSION The operator can use opposite forces to"spiral"apart the spinal joints by positioning the patient's body in a specific position.The findings indicate that,when combined with imaging examination results,this method is effective for the removal of epidural catheters.

Knowledge and practice skills on home-based urinary catheter care among parents of under-five children with urinary catheter

Objectives:The objectives of this study were to assess the knowledge and practice skills on home-based urinary catheter care among parents of under-five children with urinary catheter.Materials and Methods:This cross-sectional study was conducted from June 1,2021,to September 11,2021,in a tertiary hospital in north India.Purposive sampling was used to select 50 participants.Three instruments were employed for data collection after fulfilling sample criteria;for baseline information demographic tool,knowledge questionnaires,and a practice checklist.Data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics.Results:On assessment of 50 participants,the majority of parents aged above 30 years(74%).Most of the participants were male(82%),graduated(38%),and working in the private sector(58%).Similarly,two-thirds of participants were residing in a nuclear family(64%)with a single child 32(64%)and family income<5000 rupees per month(60%).The mean score of knowledge was 1.94±0.81 and that of practice skills was 1.98±0.85 on home-based care.Regression analysis showed that knowledge of parents was significantly associated with qualification(β:1.821,P=0.002).Similarly,association of practice skills of parents with gender(β:1.235,P=0.050)and qualification(β:1.889,P=0.00)was significant.Conclusion:The general findings of our study showed that parents’education and occupation played a significant role in a child’s care.Parental education and catheter care skills positively affect the child and reduce readmission rates.

Logistic Regression Analysis of Catheter Fixation Defects and Their Influencing Factors

[Objectives] To analyze the influencing factors of fixed defects in patients with catheter fixation in clinical nursing work, in order to provide the best catheter fixation nursing plan for patients.[Methods] 176 inpatients with indwelling catheter from surgical system of Taihe Hospital in Shiyan City from August 2022 to March 2023 were selected. Using a retrospective analysis method, the influencing factors of catheter fixation defects in the study subjects were divided into two categories based on objective characteristics: type I non modifiable influencing factors and type II modifiable influencing factors. Using the standard for catheter fixation defects, whether the patient had catheter fixation defects was determined. After classified and statistically analyzed item by item, binary Logistic multiple regression analysis was used to identify the influencing factors.[Results] The occurrence of catheter fixation defects in patients with catheter fixation was related to factors such as whether the patient was evaluated before fixation, whether the fixation method was standardized and systematic, whether there was sufficient communication between nurses and patients, and the patient s knowledge of catheter fixation. It was also influenced by factors such as the patient s age, catheterization site, catheterization number, catheterization duration, where there was a consciousness disorder, educational level, and external environmental temperature.[Conclusions] Early attention to the key factors affecting patients with catheter fixation defects can effectively prevent adverse factors and provide patients with the best catheter fixation nursing plan to improve nursing quality.

Application value of high-pressure-resistant peripherally inserted central catheters in enhanced computer tomography of diabetic patients with malignant tumors

BACKGROUND Individuals with diabetes mellitus have a higher risk of developing malignant tumors,and diagnosing these tumors can be challenging.AIM To confirm the benefits of using peripherally inserted central catheters(PICCs)in contrast-enhanced computerized tomography(CECT)for diagnostic imaging in diabetic patients with malignant tumors and to provide a research basis for follow-up research.METHODS This retrospective study analyzed 204 diabetic patients with malignancies treated at The Second Affiliated Hospital,Jiangxi Medical College,Nanchang University,from January 2024 to June 2024.The patients were divided into two groups:A control group(n=102)with indwelling peripheral intravenous catheters and a research group(n=102)with high-pressure-resistant PICC.The study compared baseline data,the incidence of iodine contrast extravasation during CECT,the incidence of adverse events(discomfort,redness and swelling at the puncture site,and blood oozing),imaging quality,nursing time,intubation success rate,number of venipuncture attempts,and catheter maintenance cost.RESULTS Male patients accounted for 51.96%in the control group and 55.88%in the research group;the average age was(59.68±11.82)years in the control group and(61.41±12.92)years in the research group;the proportions of lung cancer,colorectal cancer,and gastric cancer patients in the control group were 42.16%,38.24%,and 19.61%,respectively,while those in the research group were 34.31%,37.25%,and 28.43%,respectively.Except for the gender distribution,age,and cancer type mentioned above,other general information such as underlying diseases,puncture location,and long-term chemotherapy shows no significant differences as tested(P>0.05).The results showed that the research group had significantly reduced incidence of iodine contrast extravasation(7 vs 1,P=0.031),similar incidence of adverse events(11 vs 7,P=0.324),reduced nursing time[(18.50±2.68)minutes vs(13.26±3.00)minutes,P=0.000],fewer venipuncture attempts[(2.21±0.78)times vs(1.49±0.58)times,P=0.000],lower catheter maintenance cost[(1251.79±205.47)China yuan(CNY)vs(1019.25±117.28)CNY,P=0.000],increased intubation success rate(16.67%vs 58.82%,P=0.000),and better imaging quality(85.29%vs 94.12%,P=0.038).CONCLUSION High-pressure-resistant PICCs can lessen the physical burden of diabetic patients during nursing,reduce treatment costs,and improve the efficiency and quality of imaging for diagnosis malignant tumors.

Management of a Retained Epidural Catheter in a Pregnant Patient: A Case Report and Review of Literature

Background: Epidural anesthesia is an effective intervention to treat labor pain and provide analgesia for orthopedic procedures. A rare complication of this technique is epidural catheter retention. Case Presentation: In this case report, we present an otherwise healthy 21-year-old G2P0010 woman at 39 weeks and 3 days gestation whose anesthetic management was complicated by a symptomatic retained epidural catheter fragment. Computed tomography (CT) imaging of her spine showed the fractured catheter within her paraspinal muscles and neurosurgery recommended no surgical intervention at that time. The patient reported resolution of back pain while in the postpartum unit which she continues to endorse two weeks after discharge. Conclusion: Retained epidural catheter is a medical emergency that requires immediate imaging and neurological evaluation. While magnetic resonance imaging is typically regarded as the standard imaging modality for this complication, in epidural sets that contain metallic components, we suggest using CT to avoid the risk of thermal nerve damage. In cases where the patient does not report any acute complaints, nonsurgical management may be appropriate but close follow-up is required to monitor for catheter migration.