Researchers identified six risk factors for hospital-acquired peripherally inserted central venous catheter–related blood stream infections, according to a study in Infection Control and Hospital ...

We are investigating PICC line-related bloodstream infections, including those that have suffered from sepsis and septic shock. These are complications that affect all ages.” — Greg Vigna, MD, JD ...

Increased utilization of midline catheters not associated with a decreased risk of deep vein thrombosis or sepsis when compared with PICC lines The old, outdated central lines, PICC lines, and ...

PICC lines should be removed quickly when they are no longer needed and should only be used when peripheral heplocks aren’t practical given the clinical scenario.” — Greg Vigna, MD, JD SANTA BARBARA , ...

Polyurethane and silicone PICC lines are defective products because there are safer materials that reduce the risk of hospital acquired bloodstream infections. We are investigating hospital acquired ...

Since 2013 there have been safer designs that are available that have added coating that leads to significantly reduced blood clots..” — Greg Vigna, M.D., J.D ...