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Jingfen Jin¹, Chunfang Chen, Ruiyi Zhao

¹The Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University, College of Medicine, Hangzhou, China.

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Summary

This review details effective repositioning techniques for malpositioned peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs). Choosing the right method ensures safer and more economical infusion therapy.

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Area of Science:

Vascular access and interventional radiology.
Medical device management and patient safety.

Background:

Malpositioned peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs) are a clinical challenge.
Existing repositioning techniques are effective but lack comprehensive review.

Purpose of the Study:

To systematically review and describe repositioning techniques for malpositioned PICCs.
To classify techniques based on the location of catheter tip malposition.

Main Methods:

Systematic literature review of six databases.
Analysis of 21 articles using inductive content analysis.
Classification of repositioning techniques by malpositioned catheter tip locations.

Main Results:

Common malpositioned PICC tip locations include the right atrium, right ventricle, and various central veins.
Repositioning techniques include automatic repositioning, manual adjustments, re-advancing, and catheter replacement.
Techniques are tailored to specific malposition patterns.

Conclusions:

Optimal PICC repositioning depends on malposition location, patient condition, and available equipment.
Implementing these techniques enhances the safety and cost-effectiveness of PICC-guided infusion therapy.