Skin antisepsis for reducing central venous catheter-related infections
One of the most widely used devices in medicine is the central venous catheter, allowing direct access to a patient ’s blood stream. However, it can cause infections and the use of antiseptics on the skin is one way to minimise this risk. Nai Ming Lai from the School of Medicine in Taylor's University in Malaysia has worked with colleagues to examine the relevant evidence and led the Cochrane Review, published in July 2016. (Source: Podcasts from The Cochrane Library)
Source: Podcasts from The Cochrane Library - January 20, 2017 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Cochrane Source Type: podcasts

Thrombosis in Children
Julie Jaffray, MD of Children's Hospital Los Angeles, presents a press brief on Determining the Incidence and Risk Factors for Central Venous Catheter Related Thrombosis in Children at the 58th ASH An... Author: ASHReport Added: 12/07/2016 (Source: Oncology Tube)
Source: Oncology Tube - December 7, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: podcasts

SCCM Pod-289 Intraosseous Versus Central Venous Catheter Utilization and Performance During Inpatient Medical Emergencies
Todd Fraser, MD, speaks with Peter Lee, MD, MHS (Source: SCCM PodCast - iCritical Care)
Source: SCCM PodCast - iCritical Care - August 13, 2015 Category: Intensive Care Authors: The Society of Critical Care Medicine (SCCM) Tags: Medicine Source Type: podcasts

We Should Implement Process-Based Use of High-Tech Impregnated Central Venous Lines to Prevent Bloodstream Infections
A.J. Layon, MD, of University of Florida College of Medicine, teaches us how to prevent fatal venous catheter infections. (Source: MedGenMed Weekly Editorials from Medscape.com)
Source: MedGenMed Weekly Editorials from Medscape.com - July 13, 2007 Category: Journals (General) Authors: A. Joseph Layon, MD Source Type: podcasts

SCCM Pod-37 Thoughts on the FACTT Trial
Gordon Bernard, MD, shares his thoughts on the recently released Fluid And Catheter Treatment Trial or FACTT trial published in the May issue of The New England Journal of Medicine. The Society of Critical Care Medicine conducted this interview as part of its commitment to translating research to the bedside. Dr. Bernard serves as the steering committee chairman for ARDSNet, the group that published this study, and he shares his insight on its importance and future impact on critical care. Dr. Bernard also is the Melinda Owen Bass professor of pulmonary medicine, assistant vice-chancellor for research and director of the d...
Source: SCCM PodCast - iCritical Care - July 10, 2006 Category: Intensive Care Authors: The Society of Critical Care Medicine (SCCM) Tags: Medicine Source Type: podcasts