Journal of vascular and interventional radiology : JVIR
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J Vasc Interv Radiol · Sep 2013
Peripherally inserted central catheters: use at a tertiary care pediatric center.
To examine the use of peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs) in a tertiary care pediatric setting. ⋯ The number of PICCs inserted in children is increasing while PICC dwell times are decreasing. Better postprocedure care is important to minimize premature removals and avoid repeat insertions. Associated complications are not fully appreciated by the referring pediatricians. Further education and guidelines are needed.
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J Vasc Interv Radiol · Sep 2013
Tunneled internal jugular hemodialysis catheters: impact of laterality and tip position on catheter dysfunction and infection rates.
To determine rates of dysfunction and infection for tunneled internal jugular vein hemodialysis catheters based on laterality of insertion and catheter tip position. ⋯ When inserted from the left internal jugular vein, catheter tip position demonstrated a significant impact on catheter-related dysfunction and infection; this relationship was not demonstrated for right-sided catheters.
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J Vasc Interv Radiol · Sep 2013
Clinical TrialAcute combined revascularization in acute ischemic stroke with intracranial arterial occlusion: self-expanding solitaire stent during intravenous thrombolysis.
To investigate the safety and efficacy of the self-expanding Solitaire stent used during intravenous thrombolysis (IVT) for intracranial arterial occlusion (IAO) in acute ischemic stroke (AIS). ⋯ Combined revascularization with the Solitaire stent during IVT appears to be safe and effective in the treatment of acute IAO.