Vascular Access Knowledge Center

The most comprehensive vascular access knowledge base for clinicians — evidence-based guides on PICC lines, CVCs, CLABSI prevention, complications, ultrasound, credentialing, and infusion therapy.

14 articles Updated Jun 2026

Midline Catheters: The Complete Clinical Reference

The complete clinical reference on midline catheters: indications, contraindications, ultrasound-guided insertion, maintenance, dwell time, complications, removal, and midline-vs-PICC device selection — evidence-based.

Vascular Access Education & Training: Pathways, Certification, and CE

A clinician's guide to vascular access education and training — competency frameworks, certifications (CRNI, VA-BC), ultrasound credentialing, and continuing education for building and sustaining vascular access skills.

Vascular Access AI: How Clinical AI Supports Device Decisions

How artificial intelligence supports vascular access — evidence retrieval, device-selection decision support, and guideline-grounded answers — and where the clinical AI for vascular access lives.

Peripheral IV (PIV): Information, Care and Maintenance, and Complications

The complete clinical reference on peripheral IVs (PIVs): what they are, site selection, care and maintenance, flushing, dwell time, and peripheral IV complications — phlebitis, infiltration, extravasation, and occlusion.

Vascular Access Team Models: Building and Measuring a VAT Program

Complete guide to building, measuring, and governing a vascular access team (VAT) program: models, evidence, ROI calculation, quality metrics, scope of practice, and program governance.

Vascular Access in Special Populations: Clinical Reference

Clinical reference for vascular access in special populations: pediatric, NICU/neonatal, oncology, hemodialysis, critical care, geriatric, obese, and immunocompromised patients — device selection, technique modifications, and population-specific risks.

Vascular Access Fundamentals

Foundational vascular access guides — definitions, the device-type spectrum, evidence-based device selection, documentation requirements, and standards and regulations.

Vascular Access Credentialing and Certification: Complete Guide

Complete guide to vascular access credentialing and certification: VA-BC, CRNI, PICC insertion competency, ultrasound credentialing, institutional privileging, and building a credentialing program.

Ultrasound-Guided Vascular Access: Clinical Reference

Complete clinical reference on ultrasound-guided vascular access: evidence base, vascular anatomy, technique (short-axis vs long-axis), US-guided PIV, PICC, and CVC insertion, tip confirmation, and credentialing requirements.

PICC Lines: The Complete Clinical Reference

The complete clinical reference on PICC lines: indications, ultrasound-guided insertion, CEVAD tip position standards, maintenance protocols, complications, and removal — evidence-based.