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In this issue of 2022, we present a paper on prevention of catheter-related venous thrombosis after infant cardiac surgery. Central venous catheter (CVC)-related venous thrombosis after cardiac surgery in infants with congenital heart disease is considered a serious problem. Methods to prevent the risk of postoperative thrombosis are currently and...

We would like to express our sincere appreciation for your continued understanding and support of the activities of our research group. I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the more than 100 people who attended the 2nd Research Meeting held today. With your cooperation, we were able to hold a very meaningful meeting...

In Japan, midline catheters are gradually coming into use. The issue of how to differentiate the use of midline catheters from that of PICC catheters will become an issue for consideration in the future. In this article, we will discuss whether midline catheters or PICCs are better for outpatients receiving antimicrobial therapy. The research was conducted on...

Happy New Year! I look forward to working with you this year. I perform peripheral venous catheter placement using echo in my clinical practice. Sometimes I am asked (especially by management) how long does it take compared to the conventional method?

While bloodstream infections are the most notable complication of central venous catheters, thrombosis in and around the catheter is another major complication.

The J-IVCARES Research Meeting was established as a platform to discuss research related to VADs (Vascular access devices: indwelling intravascular catheters).

How are A-lines (arterial catheters) managed in your institution? Actually, there are not many studies that have investigated the current status of A-line management. In this study, we present the results of a survey on the current status of A-line management in acute care wards (ICUs and HCUs) in Japan.

To what extent does your facility use chlorhexidine-containing dressings to cover central venous lines?

How does your institution prevent central line catheter-associated bloodstream infections (CLABSI)? Today, we would like to introduce you to the “2022 Updated Guidelines for the Prevention of Central Line Catheter Associated Bloodstream Infections (CLABSI) in Acute Care Hospitals”.

Central venous catheter insertion site and CRBSI: No difference between femoral and internal jugular? How do you choose the site of central venous catheter insertion at your facility?