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Peripherally Inserted Central Venous Catheters

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Editors:
  1. Sergio Sandrucci

    1. Visceral Sarcoma and Rare Cancers Unit, University of Turin Medical School, Turin, Italy

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  2. Baudolino Mussa

    1. Digestive, Colorectal and Oncological Surgery Unit, University of Turin Medical School, Turin, Italy

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  • Provides detailed guidance and tips on the use of ultrasound and other non-invasive techniques for peripheral insertion of central catheters
  • Offers advice on choice of materials and the prevention, diagnosis, and management of complications
  • Includes special chapters on psychological, legal, and economic issues

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Table of contents (15 chapters)

  1. Front Matter

    Pages i-xi
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  2. Introduction and Overview of PICC History

    • Roberto Biffi
    Pages 1-6

  3. Which Material and Device? The Choice of PICC

    • Enrico de Lutio
    Pages 7-19

  4. Vessel Health and Preservation: The Proactive Approach

    • Paul L. Blackburn
    Pages 21-30

  5. The Choice of a Vein in Critically Ill Patients: Cost-Effectiveness

    • Massimo Lamperti
    Pages 31-42

  6. Advantages, Disadvantages, and Indications of PICCs in Inpatients and Outpatients

    • Baudolino Mussa
    Pages 43-51

  7. Ultrasound Anatomy of Peripheral Veins and Ultrasound-Guided Venipuncture

    • Nancy L. Moureau
    Pages 53-62

  8. Evaluation Techniques of the PICC Tip Placement

    • Antonio La Greca
    Pages 63-83

  9. Frequency, Diagnosis, and Management of Occlusive and Mechanical PICC Complications

    • Lisa Dougherty
    Pages 85-94

  10. Clinical Problems Associated with the Use of Peripheral Venous Approaches: Infections

    • Giancarlo Scoppettuolo
    Pages 95-109

  11. Clinical Problems Associated with the Use of Peripheral Venous Approaches in Clinical Practice: Thrombosis

    • Cristina Garrino
    Pages 111-120

  12. Maneuvers, Precautions, and Tricks for PICC Positioning Procedure

    • Antonius J. H. van Boxtel
    Pages 121-126

  13. The “Off-Label” Use of PICCs

    • Mauro Pittiruti
    Pages 127-144

  14. Venous Access Devices and Emotional Response in Oncologic Patients: Diagnostic and Management Aspects

    • Riccardo Torta, Valentina Ieraci
    Pages 145-153

  15. Peripheral Inserted Central Catheters: Medicolegal Aspects

    • Rita Celli
    Pages 155-164

  16. The PICC Team

    • Kathryn Ann Kokotis
    Pages 165-186
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About this book

Indications for central venous cannulation in critically ill patients have increased dramatically, but central venous access has the drawbacks of morbidity and a scarcity of experienced operators. Ultrasound-guided peripheral venous access offers a solution, in that it reduces morbidity and can be performed by a dedicated nursing team. The aim of this book is to teach the fundamentals of this emerging technique. Advice is provided on choice of materials; maneuvers for positioning of peripherally inserted central venous catheters (PICCs), techniques for evaluation of PICC tip placement; prevention, diagnosis, and management of complications; and organization of a dedicated team within a hospital or a supportive care program. Legal and economic issues are also considered. The book will be of interest to a wide range of professionals, including nutritionists, oncologists, anesthesiologists, surgeons, registered nurses, nurse practitioners, physicians, physician assistants, and radiologists.

Reviews

“Peripherally Inserted Central Venous Catheters constitutes a good reference founded on an evidence-based approach to PICC insertion and management. This multilayered work suits the needs of a variety of different readers. … chapters within this in-depth theoretical yet comprehensive review may offer valuable and practical step-by-step guidance on this interesting topic.” (Massimiliano Meineri, Canadian Journal of Anesthesia/Journal canadien d'anesthésie, Vol. 62, 2015)

“This book describes the science and practice of a popular tool in the critical care unit, on the medical/surgical floor, and for homecare -- the peripherally inserted central catheter or PICC. ... Any healthcare providers employing vascular access as a part of their scope of activity are an appropriate audience for this book.” (David J. Dries, Doody’s Book Reviews, October, 2014)

Editors and Affiliations

  • Visceral Sarcoma and Rare Cancers Unit, University of Turin Medical School, Turin, Italy

    Sergio Sandrucci

  • Digestive, Colorectal and Oncological Surgery Unit, University of Turin Medical School, Turin, Italy

    Baudolino Mussa

Bibliographic Information

  • Book Title: Peripherally Inserted Central Venous Catheters

  • Editors: Sergio Sandrucci, Baudolino Mussa

  • DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-88-470-5665-7

  • Publisher: Springer Milano

  • eBook Packages: Medicine, Medicine (R0)

  • Copyright Information: Springer-Verlag Italia 2014

  • Hardcover ISBN: 978-88-470-5664-0Published: 25 July 2014

  • Softcover ISBN: 978-88-470-5867-5Published: 23 August 2016

  • eBook ISBN: 978-88-470-5665-7Published: 05 July 2014

  • Edition Number: 1

  • Number of Pages: XI, 186

  • Number of Illustrations: 8 b/w illustrations, 55 illustrations in colour

  • Topics: Intensive / Critical Care Medicine, Oncology, Anesthesiology, Geriatrics/Gerontology, Clinical Nutrition, Nursing Management

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