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Ells B, Forbrigger Z, Khan N, Sharathkumar A, Revel-Vilk S, Goldenberg NA, Kulkarni K. Epidemiology of clinically unsuspected venous thromboembolism in children with cancer: A population-based study from Maritimes, Canada. Pediatr Blood Cancer 2024:e31157. [PMID: 38934686 DOI: 10.1002/pbc.31157] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/17/2024] [Revised: 06/06/2024] [Accepted: 06/06/2024] [Indexed: 06/28/2024]
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Inconsistencies in the definition of clinically unsuspected venous thromboembolism (VTE) in pediatric patients recently led to the recommendation of standardizing this terminology. Clinically unsuspected VTE (cuVTE) is defined as the presence of VTE on diagnostic imaging performed for indications unrelated to VTE in a patient without symptoms or clinical history of VTE. The prevalence of cuVTE in pediatric cancer patients is unclear. Therefore, the main objective of our study was to determine the prevalence of cuVTE in pediatric cancer patients. All patients 0-18 years old, treated at the IWK in Halifax, Nova Scotia, from August 2005 through December 2019 with a known cancer diagnosis and at least one imaging study were eligible (n = 743). All radiology reports available for these patients were reviewed (n = 18,120). The VTE event was labeled a priori as cuVTE event for radiology reports that included descriptive texts indicating a diagnosis of thrombosis including thrombus, central venous catheter-related, thrombosed aneurysm, tumor thrombosis, non-occlusive thrombus, intraluminal filling defect, or small fragment clot for patients without documentation of clinical history and or signs of VTE. A total of 18,120 radiology reports were included in the review. The prevalence of cuVTE was 5.5% (41/743). Echocardiography and computed tomography had the highest rate of cuVTE detection, and the most common terminologies used to diagnose cuVTE were thrombus and non-occlusive thrombus. The diagnosis of cuVTE was not associated with age, sex, and type of cancer. Future efforts should focus on streamlining radiology reports to characterize thrombi. The clinical significance of these cuVTE findings and their application to management, post-thrombotic syndrome, and survival compared to cases with symptomatic VTE and patients without VTE should be further studied.
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- Brett Ells
- Faculty of Medicine, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
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- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Hematology/Oncology, IWK Health Centre, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
- Department of Pathology, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
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- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Radiology, IWK Health Centre, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
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- Stead Family Department of Pediatrics, University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine, Iowa City, Iowa, USA
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- Department of Pediatrics, Hematology/Oncology Unit, Shaare Zedek Medical Center, Jerusalem, Israel
- Faculty of Medicine, Hebrew University, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Institute for Clinical and Translational Research, Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital, St. Petersburg, Florida, USA
- Department of Medicine and Pediatrics, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland, USA
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- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Hematology/Oncology, IWK Health Centre, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
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Dos Santos BN, Beato BVG, Ferreira EB, Braga FTMM, Dos Reis PED, Silveira RCDCP. Prevalence of PICC-related thrombosis in patients with hematological malignancies: a systematic review. Support Care Cancer 2024; 32:462. [PMID: 38922487 DOI: 10.1007/s00520-024-08636-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/06/2023] [Accepted: 06/07/2024] [Indexed: 06/27/2024]
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PURPOSE To estimate the prevalence of peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC)-related venous thrombosis in patients with hematological malignancies. METHODS A systematic review of observational studies that evaluated the occurrence of PICC-related venous thrombosis in children, adults, and older people with hematological malignancies was conducted. Searches were carried out on June 12th, 2023 on PubMed, CINAHL, Embase, Web of Science Core Collection, Scopus, and LILACS, and to gray literature on Google Scholar, and ProQuest Dissertations and Theses Global. Eligibility criteria were applied independently by two reviewers, first on the titles and abstracts on the Rayyan platform and then on the full text of eligible studies. Risk of bias was assessed by the JBI checklist. Data were summarized descriptively, and the meta-analysis was carried out using the MetaXL 5.3 software. The review followed JBI guidelines and PRISMA for reporting. RESULTS In the 40 studies included, prevalence of PICC-related venous thrombosis was 9% in general, 9% in adults, and 6% in children with hematological malignancies. Most studies only evaluated cases of symptomatic thrombosis (n = 25; 64%). CONCLUSION Patients with hematological malignancies using PICC have an estimated prevalence of PICC-related venous thrombosis of 9%, and this rate may be underestimated due to the consideration of mostly symptomatic cases.
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Curtis K, Gough K, Krishnasamy M, Tarasenko E, Hill G, Keogh S. Central venous access device terminologies, complications, and reason for removal in oncology: a scoping review. BMC Cancer 2024; 24:498. [PMID: 38641574 PMCID: PMC11027380 DOI: 10.1186/s12885-024-12099-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/27/2023] [Accepted: 03/08/2024] [Indexed: 04/21/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Lack of agreed terminology and definitions in healthcare compromises communication, patient safety, optimal management of adverse events, and research progress. The purpose of this scoping review was to understand the terminologies used to describe central venous access devices (CVADs), associated complications and reasons for premature removal in people undergoing cancer treatment. It also sought to identify the definitional sources for complications and premature removal reasons. The objective was to map language and descriptions used and to explore opportunities for standardisation. METHODS A systematic search of MedLine, PubMed, Cochrane, CINAHL Complete and Embase databases was performed. Eligibility criteria included, but were not limited to, adult patients with cancer, and studies published between 2017 and 2022. Articles were screened and data extracted in Covidence. Data charting included study characteristics and detailed information on CVADs including terminologies and definitional sources for complications and premature removal reasons. Descriptive statistics, tables and bar graphs were used to summarise charted data. RESULTS From a total of 2363 potentially eligible studies, 292 were included in the review. Most were observational studies (n = 174/60%). A total of 213 unique descriptors were used to refer to CVADs, with all reasons for premature CVAD removal defined in 84 (44%) of the 193 studies only, and complications defined in 56 (57%) of the 292 studies. Where available, definitions were author-derived and/or from national resources and/or other published studies. CONCLUSION Substantial variation in CVAD terminology and a lack of standard definitions for associated complications and premature removal reasons was identified. This scoping review demonstrates the need to standardise CVAD nomenclature to enhance communication between healthcare professionals as patients undergoing cancer treatment transition between acute and long-term care, to enhance patient safety and rigor of research protocols, and improve the capacity for data sharing.
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- Kerrie Curtis
- Department of Nursing, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia.
- Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Melbourne, Australia.
- Austin Health, Melbourne, Australia.
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- Department of Nursing, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
- Department of Health Services Research, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Melbourne, Australia
- Sir Peter MacCallum Department of Oncology, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
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- Department of Nursing, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
- Department of Health Services Research, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Melbourne, Australia
- Sir Peter MacCallum Department of Oncology, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
- Victorian Comprehensive Cancer Centre Alliance, Melbourne, Australia
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- Royal Melbourne Hospital, Melbourne, Australia
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- Centre for Healthcare Transformation, Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane, Australia
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Cominacini M, De Marchi S, Tosi F, Piccinno E, Dal Corso A, Dalla Grana E, Stefani F, Dalle Carbonare L. Incidence and clinical progression of asymptomatic peripherally inserted central catheter -related thrombosis in solid neoplasm patients: ultrasound insights from a prospective cohort study. Res Pract Thromb Haemost 2024; 8:102391. [PMID: 38660454 PMCID: PMC11039392 DOI: 10.1016/j.rpth.2024.102391] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/11/2024] [Accepted: 03/21/2024] [Indexed: 04/26/2024] Open
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Background Managing central venous catheters in patients with neoplasms is challenging, and peripherally inserted central catheter PORT (PICC-PORT) has emerged as a promising option for safety and efficacy. However, understanding the clinical progression of catheter-related thrombosis (CRT) in cancer patients with central venous catheters remains limited, especially in certain neoplasm types associated with a higher risk of venous thrombosis. Objectives This study aims to assess the effectiveness of ultrasound-guided management in detecting and treating asymptomatic CRT in cancer patients with PICC. Methods In this prospective cohort study of 120 patients with solid neoplasms receiving chemotherapy, we investigated the incidence of isolated upper-extremity superficial vein thrombosis, upper-extremity deep vein thrombosis, and fibrin sheath formation through ultrasound follow-up at 30 and 90 days after catheter insertion. We analyzed risk factors associated with CRT and compared incidence rates between PICC-PORT and traditional PICC. Results Among the cohort, 69 patients (57.5%) had high-risk thromboembolic neoplasm, and 31 cases (25.8%) of CRT were observed, mostly within 30 days, with only 7 cases (22.6%) showing symptoms. Traditional PICC use (odds ratio, 5.86; 95% CI, 1.14-30) and high-risk thromboembolic neoplasm (odds ratio, 4.46; 95% CI, 1.26-15.81) were identified as independent risk factors for CRT. Conclusion The majority of CRT present asymptomatically within the first 30 days of venous catheter insertion in patients with solid neoplasms. Ultrasound follow-up is valuable for detecting asymptomatic CRT. The risk of CRT was lower with PICC-PORT than with PICC. Additionally, the risk of CRT was found to be higher in patients with high-risk thromboembolic neoplasms. It is crucial for larger studies to confirm the utility of treating asymptomatic thromboses and isolated superficial thrombosis.
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- Mattia Cominacini
- Department of Engineering for Innovative Medicine, University of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Department of Angiology, Integrated University Hospital of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, Integrated University Hospital of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, Integrated University Hospital of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Department of Engineering for Innovative Medicine, University of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Department of Engineering for Innovative Medicine, University of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, Integrated University Hospital of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Department of Engineering for Innovative Medicine, University of Verona, Verona, Italy
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Gao X, Mi X, Hou S, Kang C. Analysis of factors related to thrombosis in patients with PICC placements. Medicine (Baltimore) 2024; 103:e37168. [PMID: 38306520 PMCID: PMC10843478 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000037168] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/22/2023] [Accepted: 01/16/2024] [Indexed: 02/04/2024] Open
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This study aimed to investigate the conditions of patients with peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) placements, analyze the risk factors influencing thrombosis in PICC-placed patients, and formulate more accurate and effective PICC management strategies. A total of 147 patients undergoing PICC placements were selected as the study subjects. Clinical data were collected, and the patients were divided into thrombosis and non-thrombosis groups. Detect levels of bilirubin, white blood cells, venous pressure, heparin concentration, blood flow, citric acid, and platelets. Pearson chi-square test, Spearman correlation analysis, as well as univariate and multivariate logistic regression were employed to analyze independent risk factors. Among the 147 patients with PICC placements, there were 84 males and 63 females. Thrombosis occurred in 116 cases, with an incidence rate of 78.91%. Pearson chi-square test showed a significant correlation between citric acid, blood flow, platelets and frailty (P < .001) with thrombosis formation. Spearman correlation analysis revealed a significant correlation between citric acid (ρ = -0.636, P < .001), blood flow (ρ = 0.584, P < .001), platelet count (ρ = 0.440, P < .001), frailty (ρ = -0.809, P < .001) and thrombosis in PICC placement patients. Univariate logistic regression analysis indicated a significant correlation between thrombosis formation and citric acid (OR = 0.022, 95% CI = 0.006-0.08, P < .001), blood flow (OR = 33.973, 95% CI = 9.538-121.005, P < .001), platelet count (OR = 22.065, 95% CI = 5.021-96.970, P < .001), frailty (OR = 0.003, 95% CI = 0.001-0.025, P < .001). Multivariate logistic regression analysis also showed a significant correlation between thrombosis formation and citric acid (OR = 0.013, 95% CI = 0.002-0.086, P < .001), blood flow (OR = 35.064, 95% CI = 6.385-192.561, P < .001), platelet count (OR = 4.667, 95% CI = 0.902-24.143, P < .001), frailty (OR = 0.006, 95% CI = 0.001-0.051, P < .001). However, gender (OR = 0.544, 95% CI = 0.113-2.612, P = .447), age (OR = 4.178, 95% CI = 0.859-20.317, P = .076), bilirubin (OR = 2.594, 95% CI = 0.586-11.482, P = .209), white blood cells (OR = 0.573, 95% CI = 0.108-3.029, P = .512), venous pressure (OR = 0.559, 95% CI = 0.129-2.429, P = .438), and heparin concentration (OR = 2.660, 95% CI = 0.333-21.264, P = .356) showed no significant correlation with thrombosis formation. Patients with PICC placements have a higher risk of thrombosis, citric acid, blood flow, platelet count and frailty are the main risk factors.
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- Xiaoli Gao
- Gastrointestinal Rehabilitation Center, Beijing Rehabilitation Hospital Affiliated to Capital Medical University, Xixiazhuang, Badachu, Shijingshan District, Beijing
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- Gastrointestinal Rehabilitation Center, Beijing Rehabilitation Hospital Affiliated to Capital Medical University, Xixiazhuang, Badachu, Shijingshan District, Beijing
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- Gastrointestinal Rehabilitation Center, Beijing Rehabilitation Hospital Affiliated to Capital Medical University, Xixiazhuang, Badachu, Shijingshan District, Beijing
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- Gastrointestinal Rehabilitation Center, Beijing Rehabilitation Hospital Affiliated to Capital Medical University, Xixiazhuang, Badachu, Shijingshan District, Beijing
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Foor JS, Moureau NL, Gibbons D, Gibson SM. Investigative study of hemodilution ratio: 4Vs for vein diameter, valve, velocity, and volumetric blood flow as factors for optimal forearm vein selection for intravenous infusion. J Vasc Access 2024; 25:140-148. [PMID: 35531766 PMCID: PMC10845825 DOI: 10.1177/11297298221095287] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2021] [Accepted: 03/28/2022] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Multimodal research and guidelines recognize veins in the forearm used for peripheral intravenous catheter (PIVC) insertion can optimize dwell time. Yet, many PIVCs are still placed in areas of flexion or suboptimal locations such as the back of the hand causing premature failure of >50%. This study identified characteristics of the forearm cephalic vein that make the anatomical location highly successful for PIVC insertion. The goal was to increase the understanding of the human vasculature in association with fluid mechanics in veins above the wrist and below the antecubital fossa. METHODOLOGY A prospective in-vivo study with 10 consented healthy human volunteers (HHVs) was performed with Color Pulse Wave Doppler Ultrasound that captured high-resolution video and images of vein diameter, velocity of blood flow, and location of venous valves in the forearm. RESULTS Forearm vein diameter was not directly correlated with higher or lower Velocity of Blood Flow (0.58 cm = 3.0 cm/s). However, Volumetric Blood Flow rates tended to be lower (2.51-8.28 mL/min) with Vein Diameters smaller than 0.29 cm. Ultrasound assessments and Volumetric Blood Flow calculations confirmed natural turbulence in blood and retrograde blood reflux correlated with venous valves opening and closing. Areas of turbulence, with pulse flushing, created backflow with retrograde blood flow around and into the catheter. CONCLUSIONS Placement of long PIVCs in the cephalic veins of the upper forearm yield adequate flow and hemodilution capacity for veins with at least a 3 to 1 hemodilution ratio. The data from this study, along with previous research, suggest that PIVC placement in the cephalic vein, based on selection criteria, may help to reduce or eliminate intravenous complications such as chemical or mechanical thrombophlebitis causing premature catheter failure. Application of these investigational principles may result in better outcomes and catheter longevity for patients who require intravenous infusions.
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- John S Foor
- Mount Carmel Medical Group, Columbus, OH, USA
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- Mount Carmel Hospital St. Ann’s, Westerville, OH, USA
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Yu C, Sun S, Shi X, Wang L, Zhang Q, Zhang L, Song D. Preventive effect of aspirin on peripherally inserted central catheter-related vein thrombosis in patients with malignant tumors. JOURNAL OF VASCULAR NURSING 2023; 41:153-157. [PMID: 38072566 DOI: 10.1016/j.jvn.2023.06.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/28/2022] [Revised: 05/06/2023] [Accepted: 06/27/2023] [Indexed: 12/18/2023]
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The majority of patients receiving chemotherapy undergo PICC catheterization. However, PICCs are significantly associated with catheter related complications, including deep vein thrombosis, blood infection, fibrin sheath, catheter prolapse, catheter displacement and blockage. Of all the risks, PICC-related VT was the most prevailing clinic symptom and resulted in a high risk of death. AIM The study aimed to investigate the preventive efficacy and safety of aspirin for patients with malignant tumors receiving venous thrombosis (VT) related with peripherally inserted central catheters (PICC) treatment. PATIENTS AND METHODS A randomized controlled trial was conducted. Participants with malignant tumors receiving chemotherapy who accepted PICC insertion operation were randomly allocated to the aspirin treatment group (n = 235) or the control group (n = 246). The patients in the aspirin group were administrated aspirin (100mg) for 30 days, whereas the patients in control group were administrated a placebo drug. The incidence of PICC-related VT in both groups and the aspirin related adverse effects were evaluated. RESULTS The incidence of PICC-related VT was 0.4% in the aspirin group, compared with 3.3% in the control group (P = 0.038). In addition, aspirin related bleeding was not observed. CONCLUSION PICC-related VT could be effectively prevented by aspirin in patients with malignant tumors.
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- Caiyan Yu
- Department of Oncology, Yantai Yuhuangding Hospital, Yantai, Shandong, China
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- Department of Oncology, Yantai Yuhuangding Hospital, Yantai, Shandong, China
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- Department of Oncology, Yantai Yuhuangding Hospital, Yantai, Shandong, China
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- Department of Oncology, Yantai Yuhuangding Hospital, Yantai, Shandong, China
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- Department of Oncology, Yantai Yuhuangding Hospital, Yantai, Shandong, China
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- Department of Oncology, Yantai Yuhuangding Hospital, Yantai, Shandong, China
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- Department of Oncology, Yantai Yuhuangding Hospital, Yantai, Shandong, China.
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Wang Y, Zhao J, Wan GM. Prolong the flushing and locking interval of TIVAD is feasible in COVID-19: An overview of systematic reviews. J Vasc Access 2023; 24:1253-1259. [PMID: 35430915 DOI: 10.1177/11297298221086129] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/17/2023] Open
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The aim of the overview was to synthesize existing systematic reviews (SRs) of flushing interval for patients who inserted totally implanted venous catheter devices (TIVAD). Regular flushing is indispensable for catheter patency, the recommended flushing interval of TIVAD is 4 weeks, however, there is an argument for prolonging the maintenance interval, which has been proved by many SRs. However, the flushing interval range from 4-week to 3-month. The discrepancy in maintenance period could puzzle health professionals and hinder best practice into the clinic. So, we performed the overview by following the PRISMA statement. The PubMed, Ovid, Wan Fang database, Web of Science, CINAHL, CNKI, EMBASE, Cochrane Library were searched from inception to November 2021. The AMSTAR-2, the PRISMA statement, and ROBIS tool were used to assess SRs' method, report quality, and risk of bias, respectively. Then all results were synthesized, the quality of SRs' results was evaluated with GRADE. Finally, five SRs were included. However, non-randomized and small sample size of original studies result in the limitation of SRs. The evidence grade of conclusions is low, bias of mixed factors in included studies, further large sample sizes, RCTs need to be conducted in the future. Prolonged flushing interval was feasible based on the recent evidence, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic because the overwhelming healthcare system and inconvenience of transportation made maintenance not as easy as it used to be. There is no difference of complication between prolonged flushing interval (⩾4-week) and 4-week period, and it can also reduce healthcare cost with no harm to patients.
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- Yan Wang
- RN School of nursing, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China
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- RN School of nursing, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China
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- RN Department of Emergency, Shanghai Chest Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China
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Zhang X, Chen H, Jing W, Pu L, Wu Z, Su X, Chen H, Liu J, Yu H, Hu X. The clinical topography of peripherally inserted central catheter-related thrombosis in cancer patients: A prospective and longitudinal observational study based on ultrasound scans every two days. Thromb Res 2023; 229:232-242. [PMID: 37572590 DOI: 10.1016/j.thromres.2023.07.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/01/2023] [Revised: 07/20/2023] [Accepted: 07/28/2023] [Indexed: 08/14/2023]
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AIMS To delineate the clinical topography of peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC)-related thrombosis in cancer patients. BACKGROUND Most of the clinical features of PICC-related thrombosis are based on a single follow-up, which is insufficient to reflect the full topography of a thrombosis. DESIGN This is an observational study conducted at West China Hospital, according to the STROBE guidelines. METHODS Cancer patients scheduled for PICC placement were potentially eligible; patients with contraindications to PICC placement or existing diseases affecting blood flow were excluded; and those who later withdrew or did not reply to our contact request during the follow-up period were eliminated from this study. Ultrasound was used to detect thrombosis from the insertion site, proximal insertion site, axillary vein to the subclavian vein once every two days for two weeks post insertion. The thrombosis and its involved venous segments, onset time and symptoms and signs were recorded. RESULTS Among the 173 included patients, 126 (72.8 %) were identified as having thrombosis. Specifically, 113 and 126 patients were identified as having thrombosis within the first three days and the first week post insertion, respectively. In the 126 patients, thrombosis occurred at the insertion site (72.8 %) concurrently with thrombosis at the proximal insertion site (n = 120, 69.4 %), thrombosis in the axillary vein (n = 94, 54.3 %), and/or thrombosis in the subclavian vein (n = 41, 23.7 %). The log-rank test demonstrated that thrombosis in these four venous segments decreased significantly from the distal to the proximal central vein (log-rank test = 117.128, P < .001). Of 31 patients (17.9 %) who presented symptomatic thrombosis, only five patients experienced obvious swelling in the upper arm, and the other 26 patients exhibited atypical symptoms, such as soreness, tightness, numbness, tingling, or other discomforts in the palm, arm, armpit, and/or shoulder. In some thrombotic cases, ultrasonic assessment of PICC-related thrombosis did not parallel clinical symptoms and signs. CONCLUSION PICC-related thrombosis is common and can occur very early post insertion in cancer patients, and most thromboses present atypical symptoms. More than half of the cases with thrombosis evaluated involve multiple venous segments, and the farther the venous segments are from the central vein, the higher the incidence of thrombosis tend to be and the earlier the onset time are. RELEVANCE TO CLINICAL PRACTICE The results highlight the importance that medical staff pay particular attention to patients with catheters in the first week post insertion and be alert to thrombosis presenting atypical symptoms while keeping in mind that clinical symptoms and signs are not reliable for diagnosing thrombosis. CLINICAL REGESTRATION Clinical Trials ChiCTR1900024890.
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- Xiaoxia Zhang
- Division of Head & Neck Tumor Multimodality Treatment, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, PO Box 610041, No.37 Guo Xue Street, Chengdu, Sichuan Province, PR China; West China School of Nursing, Sichuan University, PO Box 610041, No.37 Guo Xue Street, Chengdu, Sichuan Province, PR China; Innovation Center of Nursing Research, Nursing Key Laboratory of Sichuan Province, PO Box 610041, No.37 Guo Xue Street, Chengdu, Sichuan Province, PR China.
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- West China School of Nursing, Sichuan University, PO Box 610041, No.37 Guo Xue Street, Chengdu, Sichuan Province, PR China; Innovation Center of Nursing Research, Nursing Key Laboratory of Sichuan Province, PO Box 610041, No.37 Guo Xue Street, Chengdu, Sichuan Province, PR China.
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- Department of Ultrasound, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, PO Box 610041, No.37 Guo Xue Street, Chengdu, Sichuan Province, PR China.
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- Menzies Health Institute & School of Nursing and Midwifery, Griffith University, PO Box 4111, Griffith University, Nathan Campus, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, PO Box 610041, No.37 Guo Xue Street, Chengdu, Sichuan Province, PR China.
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- Division of Breast Surgery, Department of General Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, PO Box 610041, No.37 Guo Xue Street, Chengdu, Sichuan Province, PR China.
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- Division of Head & Neck Tumor Multimodality Treatment, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, PO Box 610041, No.37 Guo Xue Street, Chengdu, Sichuan Province, PR China.
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- Division of Breast Surgery, Department of General Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, PO Box 610041, No.37 Guo Xue Street, Chengdu, Sichuan Province, PR China.
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- Division of Head & Neck Tumor Multimodality Treatment, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, PO Box 610041, No.37 Guo Xue Street, Chengdu, Sichuan Province, PR China.
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- Department of Ultrasound, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, PO Box 610041, No.37 Guo Xue Street, Chengdu, Sichuan Province, PR China
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Hu L, Li Y, Li H, Ling W, Zheng C, Ran M, Xu B. Nurses' practice of peripherally inserted central catheter maintenance and its influencing factors in Guizhou province, China: a cross-sectional study. BMJ Open 2023; 13:e068656. [PMID: 36997249 PMCID: PMC10069491 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2022-068656] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/31/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVES The aim of this study was to investigate the level of practice of peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) maintenance among nurses in Guizhou province, China, and to explore its influencing factors. DESIGN Cross-sectional study. SETTING 11 tertiary and 26 secondary hospitals of Guizhou province, China. PARTICIPANTS A total of 832 nurses engaged in clinical work of PICC maintenance participated in the present study. PRIMARY OUTCOME MEASURES PICC maintenance knowledge questionnaire, PICC maintenance attitude questionnaire and PICC maintenance practice questionnaire were administrated online for measuring participants' knowledge, attitude and practice of PICC maintenance, respectively. RESULTS The mean score of nurses' practice of PICC maintenance was 79.77±12.13 and 60.8% of participants reported acceptable practices of PICC maintenance. The availability of PICC guidelines (β=0.10, p=0.002), previous training on PICC maintenance (β=0.18, p<0.001) and attitudes toward PICC maintenance (β=0.48, p<0.001) were significant factors predicting nurses' practices of PICC maintenance. These factors account for 33% of the variance in the practice of PICC maintenance. CONCLUSION Nurses' practice of PICC maintenance in Guizhou province was unsatisfactory. Their practice was influenced by the availability of PICC guidelines, whether or not they received training and their attitudes toward PICC maintenance. A province-level PICC maintenance alliance is recommended to be established to improve the quality of PICC maintenance in Guizhou, which can develop or update PICC guidelines, and provide training on PICC maintenance regularly for nurses engaging in PICC maintenance.
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- Li Hu
- Breast Surgical Department, The Affiliated Hospital of Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang, Guizhou, China
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- Department of Nursing, The Affiliated Hospital of Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang, Guizhou, China
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- Breast Surgical Department, The Affiliated Hospital of Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang, Guizhou, China
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- Department of Nursing, The Affiliated Hospital of Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang, Guizhou, China
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- Department of Nursing, The Affiliated Hospital of Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang, Guizhou, China
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- Department of Nursing, The Affiliated Hospital of Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang, Guizhou, China
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- The Nethersole School of Nursing, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, China
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Huang X, Xie M, Zhao S, Chen Y, Wu L, Zeng X. Benefits of an online multimodal nursing program among patients with peripherally inserted central catheter-related thrombosis. Front Public Health 2022; 10:971363. [PMID: 36203676 PMCID: PMC9531013 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2022.971363] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/17/2022] [Accepted: 08/31/2022] [Indexed: 01/25/2023] Open
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Background Asymptomatic peripherally inserted central catheter-related thrombosis (PICC-RT) is one of the most common and dangerous complications caused by peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) insertion. A variety of factors might lead to huge psychological pressures on patients and markedly affect their quality of life. The aim of this study was to evaluate the benefits of an online multimodal nursing program on the quality of life and psychological resilience of asymptomatic PICC-RT patients with ovarian cancer. Methods This was a prospective cohort study on patients with asymptomatic PICC-RT. Patients in the control group received routine nursing care, while patients in the intervention group obtained extra assistance through an online multimodal nursing program. Individual guidance, psychological support, and real-time consultation were provided to patients in the intervention group. All participants were followed for 3 months. The health-related quality of life and psychological resilience of patients were evaluated by using the 36-item Short Form Health Survey (SF-36) and Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale (CD-RISC), respectively. Results Compared to baseline, most of the items in the SF-36 scores were significantly increased in both intervention and control groups after 3 months (all p < 0.05), except for the role emotional domain (p = 0.085 in control group). However, the SF-36 scores of the intervention group were significantly higher than those of the control group in All health domains, including physical functioning (p = 0.001), role physical (p = 0.004), bodily pain (p = 0.003), general health (p < 0.001), vitality (p < 0.001), social functioning (p < 0.001), role emotional (p = 0.002), mental health (p < 0.001) and health transition (p < 0.001). For CD-RISC scores, the mean value of the control group was 42.03 ± 4.42 at baseline and increased to 50.36 ± 4.70 after 3 months (p < 0.001), while the intervention group was 40.00 ± 6.61 at baseline and increased to 65.12 ± 5.21 after 3 months (p < 0.001). Moreover, the CD-RISC score in the intervention group was significantly higher than that in the control group after 3 months (p < 0.001). Conclusion The application of an online multimodal nursing program could significantly improve the health-related quality of life and psychological resilience of asymptomatic PICC-RT patients. These findings provide evidence to support the necessity of an online multimodal nursing program in routine long-term follow-up, especially in the era of COVID-19.
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Yue J, Zhang Y, Xu F, Mi A, Zhou Q, Chen B, Shi L. A clinical study of peripherally inserted central catheter-related venous thromboembolism in patients with hematological malignancies. Sci Rep 2022; 12:9871. [PMID: 35701467 PMCID: PMC9197841 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-022-13916-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/13/2021] [Accepted: 05/30/2022] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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This study aimed to explore the risk factors of peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC)-related venous thromboembolism (CRT) in patients with hematological malignancies and the predictive ability of the thrombotic risk assessment models (RAMs). The clinical data of the 117 eligible patients with hematological neoplasms at Mianyang Central Hospital with PICC from May 2018 to May 2020 were analyzed in this retrospective study. Thrombosis risk scores were calculated in patients with image-confirmed PICC-related thromboembolism. CRT occurred in 19 cases. Compared to the CRT-free group, the CRT group was older and showed higher body mass index (BMI), leukocyte count level, and the prevalence of diabetes mellitus. Multivariable logistic regression analysis showed that BMI (P = 0.03) was a significant risk factor for CRT. The area under the receiver operating characteristic curve for the Caprini scale (P = 0.01) was higher than that of the modified Wells scale (P = 0.94), the revised Geneva scale (P = 0.83), Padua scale (P = 0.59), and Michigan scale (P = 0.80). The sensitivity and specificity for the Caprini scale, Padua scale, modified Wells scale, the revised Geneva scale, and Michigan risk score were 63.3%/73.7%, 100%/0.00%, 95.9%/5.3%, 31.6%/73.7%, and 1.0%/99.0%, respectively. Caprini RAM had a better predictive ability for CRT in patients with hematological malignancies. Michigan risk score may not be better than Caprini RAM in this population.
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- Jing Yue
- Department of Hematology, Mianyang Central Hospital, School of Medicine, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Mianyang, 621000, China
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- Department of Hematology, Mianyang Central Hospital, School of Medicine, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Mianyang, 621000, China
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- Department of Hematology, Mianyang Central Hospital, School of Medicine, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Mianyang, 621000, China.
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- Department of Hematology, Mianyang Central Hospital, School of Medicine, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Mianyang, 621000, China
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- Department of Hematology, Mianyang Central Hospital, School of Medicine, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Mianyang, 621000, China
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- Department of Hematology, Mianyang Central Hospital, School of Medicine, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Mianyang, 621000, China
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- Department of Hematology, Mianyang Central Hospital, School of Medicine, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Mianyang, 621000, China
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[Chinese expert consensus on the diagnosis and treatment of venous thromboembolism after hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (2022)]. ZHONGHUA XUE YE XUE ZA ZHI = ZHONGHUA XUEYEXUE ZAZHI 2022; 43:184-196. [PMID: 35405775 PMCID: PMC9072068 DOI: 10.3760/cma.j.issn.0253-2727.2022.03.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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Salgado M, Brozos-Vázquez E, Campos B, González-Villarroel P, Pérez ME, Vázquez-Tuñas ML, Arias D. Venous Thromboembolism In Cancer Patients: "From Evidence to Care". Clin Appl Thromb Hemost 2022; 28:10760296221098717. [PMID: 35538861 PMCID: PMC9102132 DOI: 10.1177/10760296221098717] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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This article seeks to review the current status of treatment and prevention of venous thromboembolic disease (VTE) in cancer patients after the addition of direct oral anticoagulants (DOAC) to the therapeutic arsenal available. The suitability of DOAC use in complex clinical situations, poorly represented in clinical trials, is controversial and difficult for care activity, making the recommendations in clinical practice guidelines the focus of special attention in this area. Recently, several randomized trials have compared low molecular weight heparin (LMWH) to DOAC for the management of CAT. Potential drug interactions with DOACs or the increased risk of bleeding in intraluminal tumors require special precautions, as do metastatic or primary brain disease and comorbid conditions, such as renal or liver failure, which are not suitably represented in pivotal studies. Furthermore, few data are available for situations involving elevated bleeding risk, with thrombocytopenia levels below the inclusion criterion of clinical trials, or recurrence during active anticoagulant therapy. Similarly, it is less clear that patients and physicians accept the presumption that oral DOAC administration is more convenient than subcutaneous LMWH, particularly when drug absorption may be compromised. The non-inclusion or under-representation of patients at higher risk for complications with anticoagulation in randomized clinical trials, makes their use complex in certain situations in health care. This paper provides a practical review of current clinical guideline recommendations regarding LMWH and/ or DOAC to treat and prevent CAT, as well as the most controversial clinical conditions for their use.
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- Mercedes Salgado
- Medical Oncology Department, Complejo Hospitalario Universitario de Ourense, Ourense, Spain
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- Medical Oncology Department, 59535Complejo Hospitalario Universitario de Santiago, Santiago de Compostela, Spain
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- Medical Oncology Department, 309716Hospital Universitario Lucus Augusti, Lugo, Spain
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- Medical Oncology Department, 16811Complejo Hospitalario Universitario de A Coruña, A Coruña, Spain
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- Medical Oncology Department, Complejo Hospitalario Universitario de Ourense, Ourense, Spain
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Chen P, Zhu B, Wan G, Qin L. The incidence of asymptomatic thrombosis related to peripherally inserted central catheter in adults: A systematic review and meta-analysis People's. Nurs Open 2021; 8:2249-2261. [PMID: 33617142 PMCID: PMC8363368 DOI: 10.1002/nop2.811] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2020] [Revised: 12/31/2020] [Accepted: 01/31/2021] [Indexed: 01/04/2023] Open
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Aim To examine the incidence and risk factors for asymptomatic peripherally inserted central catheter‐related thrombosis (PICC‐RT). Design We performed a systematic review and meta‐analysis following the PRISMA guidelines. Methods The review was registered in PROSPERO (CRD42020186732). A systematic search of EMBASE, CINAHL, PubMed, Web of Science and Cochrane was performed from inception to 4 June 2020. Meta‐analysis was performed to determine the pooled incidence of asymptomatic PICC‐RT. Results Ten studies comprising 1591 participants with 1592 PICCs were included in this meta‐analysis. The pooled incidence of asymptomatic PICC‐RT in adults was 22% (95% CI, 0.17–0.29). The pooled incidence of PICC‐RT in cancer patients was 19% (95% CI, 0.13–0.26). Asymptomatic PICC‐RT mainly occurred in superficial veins. Most asymptomatic thrombosis occurred 3–12 days after the PICC insertion. A higher Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group score (ECOG), slower blood flow velocity and left basilic vein were independent risk factors of asymptomatic thrombosis.
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- Pei Chen
- School of Nursing, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, People's Republic of China
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- School of Nursing, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Emergency, Shanghai Chest Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, People's Republic of China
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- School of Nursing, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, People's Republic of China
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