Vascular Access Device Types: A Complete Comparison Guide
Complete comparison of all vascular access device types: PIV, midline, PICC, CVC, tunneled catheter, port, hemodialysis catheter, IO, and arterial line — with a clinical selection guide.
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PICC vs Midline vs CVC: Clinical Decision Guide
Clinical decision guide comparing PICC, midline catheter, and non-tunneled CVC: indications, contraindications, osmolarity limits, dwell time, CLABSI risk, and evidence-based selection criteria and MAGIC.
PICC Line Indications: Who Needs a PICC and When
Clinical indications for PICC line placement — appropriate and inappropriate criteria and MAGIC, PICC for IV antibiotics, chemotherapy, TPN, and vesicants, and absolute contraindications.
Evidence-Based Vascular Access Device Selection: Clinical Decision Framework
Evidence-based vascular access device selection using standards, the Vessel Health and Preservation (VHP) framework, DIVA score, osmolarity thresholds, and the MAGIC appropriateness criteria.
AVA CPG 2026 — Part 3: Sections 3–4 (Device Selection & Insertion)
Association for Vascular Access Adult Clinical Practice Guidelines (JAVA 2026, Vol. 31) — Part 3 covering Sections 3–4: Vascular Access Device Selection, Site Selection, and Insertion Techniques including ultrasound guidance.
Vascular Access for Therapeutic Apheresis
Establishes requirements for vascular access device selection, technical standards, and maintenance protocols for patients undergoing therapeutic apheresis procedures.
Vascular Access Device Selection and Insertion Planning
Establishes evidence-based criteria for the selection and planning of vascular access devices across all device types and patient populations, from short peripheral catheters through central venous access devices and arterial catheters.