Perils of the PICC: Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter-Associated Complications and Recommendations for Prevention in Clinical Practice—A Narrative Review

PICC complications are common, occurring more frequently than other forms of central venous access, and may lead to significant morbidity and mortality. Appropriate assessment of patient risk factors and optimisation strategies may reduce complication rates.

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Healthcare
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2025-08-14
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https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare13161993
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Central Venous Catheters and Hemodialysis
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Perils of the PICC: Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter-Associated Complications and Recommendations for Prevention in Clinical Practice—A Narrative Review

André van Zundert, Benjamin Kalma
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Healthcare
Central Venous Catheters and Hemodialysis
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Perils of the PICC: Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter-Associated Complications and Recommendations for Prevention in Clinical Practice—A Narrative Review

André van Zundert, Benjamin Kalma
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Abstract

PICC complications are common, occurring more frequently than other forms of central venous access, and may lead to significant morbidity and mortality. Appropriate assessment of patient risk factors and optimisation strategies may reduce complication rates.

HealthcareVol. 13(16)
The University of Queensland (AU), Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital (AU)
Openalex Percentile: Top 10%
Central Venous Catheters and Hemodialysis
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