Neonates often require vascular access devices (VADs) for essential treatments, but complications such as device failure, infections, and dislodgement remain common. In adult and pediatric care, ti...

Vascular access devices (VADs), such as peripheral intravenous catheters, are essential in modern healthcare, but their insertion and maintenance often come with challenges like infection risks, ca...

Peripheral venous catheterization (PVC) is a cornerstone of healthcare, providing essential vascular access for a variety of treatments. However, ensuring safe and effective PVC care remains a chal...

Peripheral intravenous catheters (PIVCs) are frequently used in pediatric care, but improper care can lead to complications such as infection or catheter failure. To address these issues, the I-DEC...

Andrea Valks joined Claire Rickard’s research group in Infection Prevention and Vascular Access on 13th January as a Clinical Project Manager. Prior to joining the group, Andrea worked for 11...

Arterial catheters are commonly used in perioperative care to monitor patients undergoing surgery. Despite their widespread use, the potential complications, such as thrombosis and infections, rema...