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Radhakrishna V, Radhakrishnan CN, Rao RCS, Kireeti G. Chemoport-A Savior in Children Who Require Chronic Venous Access: An Observational Study. Vasc Specialist Int 2019; 35:145-151. [PMID: 31620400 PMCID: PMC6774434 DOI: 10.5758/vsi.2019.35.3.145] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/15/2019] [Revised: 08/07/2019] [Accepted: 08/23/2019] [Indexed: 01/17/2023] Open
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Purpose Long-term venous access is cumbersome in children because of their thin caliber veins, less cooperative nature, and easy compromise of venous integrity. Hence, a study was conducted to evaluate the indication, efficacy, and safety of chemoport in children who require chronic venous access. Materials and Methods Children who underwent chemoport insertion between January 2008 and December 2017 were retrospectively evaluated. Results A total of 159 children (169 chemoports) were included in the study. The most common indication for chemoport insertion was acute lymphoblastic leukemia (51.5%). The mean chemoport days were 832±666 days. Among the 169 chemoports, 55.0% were removed after treatment completion. The chemoport was not removed in 35.5% of the patients, as 28.4% of the patients were still under treatment and 7.1% died during the treatment. Sixteen patients (0.1 per 1,000 chemoport days) had a premature chemoport removal. The indications were port-related bloodstream infection (12 patients), port pocket infection (1 patient), exposed chemoport (1 patient), and blocked chemoport catheter (2 patients). Twenty-two patients (0.15 per 1,000 chemoport days) had complications of port-related bloodstream infection (0.09 per 1,000 chemoport days), making it the most common. Other complications include block, fracture, arrhythmias, avulsion, bleeding, decubitus-over-port, and port pocket infection. Conclusion Owing to the safe, reliable, and low complication rate of chemoports, more children can be saved from deadly illnesses. Chemoport is the best option for children who require chronic venous access.
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- Veerabhadra Radhakrishna
- Department of Paediatric Surgery, Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute, Bengaluru, India
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Muncie C, Herman R, Collier A, Berch B, Blewett C, Sawaya D. Wound complications after chemo-port placement in children: Does closure technique matter? J Pediatr Surg 2018; 53:572-575. [PMID: 29113679 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2017.10.044] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/18/2017] [Revised: 09/20/2017] [Accepted: 10/07/2017] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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PURPOSE Wound dehiscence after chemo-port placement is a rare but potentially significant complication. We hypothesize that by using a simple running skin closure technique during chemo-port placement the rate of wound dehiscence and overall wound complications can be significantly decreased. METHODS IRB approval was obtained and patients <18years that received a tunneled central line with port from June 2012 to April 2016 were analyzed. Data collected on patients included patient demographics, skin closure type, and wound complications within 30days. Chi-square was performed to examine the univariate association with skin closure technique and wound dehiscence. Logistic regression was performed to examine the multivariable association between skin closure type and wound dehiscence and to compute odds ratios. RESULTS There were 259 ports placed in this cohort: 125 used simple running skin closure technique, and 134 used the subcuticular skin closure. Patients were found to not have any difference in rate of dehiscence or overall wound complications based on gender, age, location of port, or use of steroids or chemotherapy within 1week of port placement. When compared, only 1 case (0.80%) in the simple running group vs 10 cases (7.46%) in the subcuticular group experienced a wound dehiscence [unadjusted OR=14.07 (1.69, 116.99) p=0.0144]. When comparing overall wound complications the simple running group had 3 (2.4%) versus 12 (8.96%) in the subcuticular group [unadjusted OR=4.78 (1.27, 17.94) p=0.0203]. When adjusting for port-number both dehiscence and overall wound complications remained statistically significant. CONCLUSION We conclude that the simple running skin closure for chemo-port placement in children has superior outcomes in regards to prevention of dehiscence and overall wound related complications when compared to the subcuticular technique.
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- Colin Muncie
- Division of Pediatric Surgery, University of Mississippi Medical Center, Jackson, MS.
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, University of Mississippi Medical Center, Jackson, MS
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- Department of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, University of Mississippi Medical Center, Jackson, MS
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, University of Mississippi Medical Center, Jackson, MS
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, University of Mississippi Medical Center, Jackson, MS
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, University of Mississippi Medical Center, Jackson, MS
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Guiffant G, Flaud P, Royon L, Burnet E, Merckx J. Mechanical characteristics of plastic base Ports and impact on flushing efficacy. MEDICAL DEVICES-EVIDENCE AND RESEARCH 2017; 10:11-15. [PMID: 28176897 PMCID: PMC5261834 DOI: 10.2147/mder.s125605] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/04/2022] Open
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Background Three types of totally implantable venous access devices, Ports, are currently in use: titanium, plastic (polyoxymethylene, POM), and mixed (titanium base with a POM shell). Physics theory suggests that the interaction between a non-coring needle (NCN, made of stainless steel) and a plastic base would lead to the stronger material (steel) altering the more malleable material (plastic). Objectives To investigate whether needle impacts can alter a plastic base’s surface, thus potentially reducing flushing efficacy. Study design and methods A Port made of POM was punctured 200 times with a 19-gauge NCN. Following the existing guidelines, the needle tip pricked the base with each puncture. The Port’s base was then examined using a two-dimensional optical instrument, and a bi-dimensional numerical simulation using COMSOL® was performed to investigate potential surface irregularities and their impact on fluid flow. Results Each needle impact created a hole (mean depth, 0.12 mm) with a small bump beside it (mean height, 0.02 mm) the Reynolds number Rek≈10. A numerical simulation of the one hole/bump set showed that the flushing efficacy was 60% that of flushing along a flat surface. Discussion In clinical practice, the number of times a Port is punctured depends on patient and treatment characteristics, but each needle impact on the plastic base may increase the risk of decreased flushing effectiveness. Therefore, the more a plastic Port is accessed, the greater the risk of microorganisms, blood products, and medication accumulation. Conclusions Multiple needle impacts created an irregular surface on the Port’s base, which decreased flushing efficacy. Clinical investigation is needed to determine whether plastic base Ports are associated with an increased risk of Port infection and occlusion compared to titanium base Ports.
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- University Paris Diderot, Biofluidic Group, UMR CNRS
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- University Paris Diderot, Biofluidic Group, UMR CNRS
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- Pulmonary Department and Adult Cystic Fibrosis Centre, Cochin Hospital
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- University Paris Diderot, Biofluidic Group, UMR CNRS; Pulmonary Department and Adult Cystic Fibrosis Centre, Cochin Hospital; University Teaching Hospital, Necker-Enfants Malades, Paris, France
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Viana Taveira MR, Lima LS, de Araújo CC, de Mello MJG. Risk factors for central line-associated bloodstream infection in pediatric oncology patients with a totally implantable venous access port: A cohort study. Pediatr Blood Cancer 2017; 64:336-342. [PMID: 27666952 DOI: 10.1002/pbc.26225] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/31/2015] [Revised: 07/13/2016] [Accepted: 07/25/2016] [Indexed: 01/17/2023]
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BACKGROUND Totally implantable venous access ports (TIVAPs) are used for prolonged central venous access, allowing the infusion of chemotherapy and other fluids and improving the quality of life of children with cancer. TIVAPs were developed to reduce the infection rates associated with central venous catheters; however, infectious events remain common and have not been fully investigated in pediatric oncology patients. PROCEDURE A retrospective cohort was formed to investigate risk factors for central line-associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI) in pediatric cancer patients. Sociodemographic, clinical, and TIVAP insertion-related variables were evaluated, with the endpoint being the first CLABSI. A Kaplan-Meier analysis was performed to determine CLABSI-free catheter survival. RESULTS Overall, 188 children were evaluated over 77,541 catheter days, with 94 being diagnosed with CLABSI (50%). Although coagulase-negative staphylococci were the pathogens most commonly isolated, Gram-negative microorganisms (46.8%) were also prevalent. In the multivariate analysis, factors that increased the risk for CLABSI were TIVAP insertion prior to chemotherapy (risk ratio [RR] = 1.56; P < 0.01), white blood cell count less than 1,000 mm-3 on the day of implantation (RR = 1.64; P < 0.01), and chronic malnutrition (RR = 1.41; P < 0.05). Median time without CLABSI following TIVAP insertion was 74.5 days. CONCLUSIONS Risk factors for CLABSI in pediatric cancer patients with a TIVAP may be related to the severity of the child's condition at catheter insertion. Insertion of the catheter before chemotherapy and unfavorable conditions such as malnutrition and bone marrow aplasia can increase the risk of CLABSI. Protocols must be revised and surveillance increased over the first 10 weeks of treatment.
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- Instituto de Medicina Integral Prof. Fernando Figueira-IMIP, Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil
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Shenep MA, Tanner MR, Sun Y, Culley T, Hayden RT, Flynn PM, Tang L, Wolf J. Catheter-Related Complications in Children With Cancer Receiving Parenteral Nutrition: Change in Risk Is Moderated by Catheter Type. JPEN J Parenter Enteral Nutr 2016; 41:1063-1071. [PMID: 26743773 DOI: 10.1177/0148607115624087] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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BACKGROUND Although central venous catheters (CVCs) are essential to pediatric cancer care, complications are common (eg, occlusion, central line-associated bloodstream infection [CLABSI]). Parenteral nutrition (PN) and external CVCs are associated with an increased complication risk, but their interaction is unknown. METHODS A retrospective matched cohort study of pediatric oncology patients who received PN through subcutaneous ports or external CVCs. Complication rates were compared between CVC types during PN and non-PN periods (log-negative binomial model). RESULTS Risk of CLABSI was higher during PN for children with ports (relative risk [RR] = 39.6; 95% confidence interval, 5.0-309) or external CVCs (RR = 2.9; 95% confidence interval, 1.1-7.4). This increased risk during PN was greater for ports than for external CVCs (ratio of relative risks = 13.6). Occlusion risk was higher during PN in both groups (RR = 10.0 for ports; RR = 2.0 for external CVCs), and the increase was significantly greater in ports (ratio of relative risks, 4.9). Overall, complication rates for ports were much lower than for external CVCs during the non-PN period but similar during the PN period. CONCLUSION Children with cancer who receive PN have increased risk of CLABSI and occlusion. The risk increase is greatest in children with ports: a 40- and 10-fold increase in infection risk and occlusion, respectively, resulting in similar complication rates during PN regardless of CVC type and negating the usual benefits of ports. Children with cancer who will require PN should have primary insertion of external CVCs where possible.
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- Melissa A Shenep
- 1 Department of Infectious Diseases, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Memphis, Tennessee
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- 1 Department of Infectious Diseases, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Memphis, Tennessee
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- 2 Department of Biostatistics, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Memphis, Tennessee
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- 1 Department of Infectious Diseases, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Memphis, Tennessee
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- 3 Department of Pathology, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Memphis, Tennessee
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- 1 Department of Infectious Diseases, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Memphis, Tennessee
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- 2 Department of Biostatistics, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Memphis, Tennessee
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- 1 Department of Infectious Diseases, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Memphis, Tennessee
- 4 Department of Paediatrics, University of Melbourne, Parkville, Victoria, Australia
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Ullman AJ, Marsh N, Mihala G, Cooke M, Rickard CM. Complications of Central Venous Access Devices: A Systematic Review. Pediatrics 2015; 136:e1331-44. [PMID: 26459655 DOI: 10.1542/peds.2015-1507] [Citation(s) in RCA: 201] [Impact Index Per Article: 22.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/05/2015] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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CONTEXT The failure and complications of central venous access devices (CVADs) result in interrupted medical treatment, morbidity, and mortality for the patient. The resulting insertion of a new CVAD further contributes to risk and consumes extra resources. OBJECTIVE To systematically review existing evidence of the incidence of CVAD failure and complications across CVAD types within pediatrics. DATA SOURCES Central Register of Controlled Trials, PubMed, and Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health databases were systematically searched up to January 2015. STUDY SELECTION Included studies were of cohort design and examined the incidence of CVAD failure and complications across CVAD type in pediatrics within the last 10 years. CVAD failure was defined as CVAD loss of function before the completion of necessary treatment, and complications were defined as CVAD-associated bloodstream infection, CVAD local infection, dislodgement, occlusion, thrombosis, and breakage. DATA EXTRACTION Data were independently extracted and critiqued for quality by 2 authors. RESULTS Seventy-four cohort studies met the inclusion criteria, with mixed quality of reporting and methods. Overall, 25% of CVADs failed before completion of therapy (95% confidence interval [CI] 20.9%-29.2%) at a rate of 1.97 per 1000 catheter days (95% CI 1.71-2.23). The failure per CVAD device was highest proportionally in hemodialysis catheters (46.4% [95% CI 29.6%-63.6%]) and per 1000 catheter days in umbilical catheters (28.6 per 1000 catheter days [95% CI 17.4-39.8]). Totally implanted devices had the lowest rate of failure per 1000 catheter days (0.15 [95% CI 0.09-0.20]). LIMITATIONS The inclusion of nonrandomized and noncomparator studies may have affected the robustness of the research. CONCLUSIONS CVAD failure and complications in pediatrics are a significant burden on the health care system internationally.
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- Amanda J Ullman
- School of Nursing and Midwifery, and National Health and Medical Research Council, Centre of Research Excellence in Nursing, and Centre for Health Practice Innovation, Alliance for Vascular Access Teaching and Research Group, and
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- National Health and Medical Research Council, Centre of Research Excellence in Nursing, and Centre for Health Practice Innovation, Alliance for Vascular Access Teaching and Research Group, and Centre for Clinical Nursing, Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital, Queensland, Australia
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- Alliance for Vascular Access Teaching and Research Group, and School of Medicine, Griffith University, Queensland, Australia; Centre for Applied Health Economics, Menzies Health Institute, Queensland, Australia; and
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, and National Health and Medical Research Council, Centre of Research Excellence in Nursing, and Centre for Health Practice Innovation, Alliance for Vascular Access Teaching and Research Group, and
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, and National Health and Medical Research Council, Centre of Research Excellence in Nursing, and Centre for Health Practice Innovation, Alliance for Vascular Access Teaching and Research Group, and
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