The most comprehensive vascular access knowledge base for clinicians — evidence-based guides on PICC lines, CVCs, CLABSI prevention, complications, ultrasound, credentialing, and infusion therapy.
Evidence-based clinical guides for vascular access professionals. Written by credentialed clinicians, grounded in peer-reviewed evidence, and aligned with current clinical standards, CDC guidelines, and IDSA recommendations.
This section is organized into 10 topic clusters, each built around a pillar guide that covers the full clinical scope, supported by focused satellite articles on specific subtopics.
| Cluster | What It Covers |
|---|---|
| Vascular Access: Complete Reference | Device spectrum, decision framework, standards, documentation |
| PICC Lines | Indications, insertion, tip position, maintenance, complications |
| Central Venous Catheters | Non-tunneled CVCs, tunneled catheters, ports, hemodialysis access |
| CLABSI Prevention | Insertion bundle, maintenance bundle, CHG, surveillance, zero CLABSI |
| Catheter Complications | Thrombosis, occlusion, phlebitis, extravasation, air embolism, malposition |
| Ultrasound-Guided Access | Anatomy, technique, US-guided PIV, PICC, CVC, credentialing |
| Credentialing & Certification | VA-BC, CRNI, PICC competency, institutional privileging |
| Infusion Therapy Safety | Filtration, flushing, vesicants, high-alert medications, PN |
| Special Populations | Pediatric, NICU, oncology, hemodialysis, critical care |
| VAT Team Models | Building a VAT, evidence, ROI, quality metrics |
Free, citable tools for vascular access educators and program leaders:
Content maintained by The Clinical Database editorial team. All guides are reviewed against current CDC/IDSA guidelines.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Foundational vascular access guides — definitions, the device-type spectrum, evidence-based device selection, documentation requirements, and standards and regulations.
Complete guide to vascular access credentialing and certification: VA-BC, CRNI, PICC insertion competency, ultrasound credentialing, institutional privileging, and building a credentialing program.
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.
The complete clinical reference on PICC lines: indications, ultrasound-guided insertion, CEVAD tip position standards, maintenance protocols, complications, and removal — evidence-based.