This website is intended for healthcare professionals

Central venous access

Guarding the central venous access device: a new solution for an old problem

The pathogenesis of bacteria into the bloodstream can occur in two common ways: intraluminally and extraluminally. A CVAD can be colonized extraluminally by bacteria along the catheter or skin flora...

Ten years of clinical experience with cyanoacrylate glue for venous access in a 1300-bed university hospital

After the 2016 hospital policies were introduced, the use of CG in venous access was implemented significantly in the hospital (2000 vials/year for an estimated 7000 central venous catheters inserted...

Inserting central lines via the peripheral circulation in neonates

There is considerable commercial choice of IV vascular access device (VAD) and consequently it is important to develop clear guidelines on device selection to ensure optimal clinical and economic use...

Why choose British Journal of Nursing?

BJN provides nurses with an evidence base for clinical practice and a platform for professional development. It shares the information and advice that is key to unlocking your full potential.

What's included

  • Clinical expertise

  • Peer-reviewed research

  • Best practice guidance

  • CPD support

Subscriptions start:

From £13.75 GBP