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AVATAR: Making vascular access complications history

The AVATAR Group undertakes committed scientific work to improve hospital and home care practices, to rigorously and independently test new products, and to promote global networks of vascular access researchers. We strive to eliminate ineffective practices and replace them with innovative solutions, providing patients with a better healthcare experience, and saving global healthcare providers hundreds of millions of dollars.

03/02/2026

Stay in the loop with upcoming vascular access events 👀
Conferences, workshops, and key dates — all in one place.

👉 Check the latest events here: https://www.avatargroup.org.au/events.html

29/01/2026

🩺 Vascular access practices for anti-cancer therapy vary widely across Europe. The PRACTICE survey reveals training gaps, inconsistent protocols, and a pressing need for standardised care pathways.

🔗 Read more: https://www.avatargroup.org.au/blog/promoting-safer-cancer-care--what-the-practice-survey-reveals-about-vad-use-across-europe

27/01/2026

Every patient deserves safe, effective, and innovative vascular access care. Your donation directly funds cutting-edge research that reduces complications like infections and blockages, supports clinicians with advanced resources, and drives life-saving medical breakthroughs.

With 100% of your contribution going to research—no admin fees—every dollar makes a difference. Be a part of healthcare innovation and help us improve patient outcomes worldwide.

Donate today: https://www.avatargroup.org.au/donate-now.html

22/01/2026

This Queensland-based feasibility trial explored whether vasopressors can be safely delivered via peripheral IVs instead of early central line insertion in ICU patients.

🔗 Read more: https://www.avatargroup.org.au/blog/peripheral-vs-central-access-for-vasopressors--what-did-the-vipca-trial-find-

20/01/2026

Looking for a specific AVATAR publication? Now it’s easier than ever.

We’ve introduced a new search bar on our website so you can quickly find the publication or research you're after. Accessing the latest in vascular access research is now just a click away.

Explore here: https://www.avatargroup.org.au/our-publications.html

15/01/2026

🚨 Preventing Bloodstream Infections: What Should We Trial Next?

This article outlines high-priority interventions for an adaptive platform trial on CVAD infections. A roadmap for impactful research.

🔗 Read more: https://www.avatargroup.org.au/blog/preventing-cvad-infections--what-should-we-test-next-

13/01/2026

A comprehensive guide for Clinicians and Educators: AVATAR's Multimedia Learning Resources. Unlock valuable insights and explore a wide range of topics, from the essentials to the cutting-edge advancements.

Click here to explore: https://www.avatargroup.org.au/multimedia-learning-resources.html

08/01/2026

We flush PIVCs daily—but do we know the best way? This scoping review shows the evidence gaps and why flushing needs more research.

🔗 Read more: https://www.avatargroup.org.au/blog/flushing-peripheral-intravenous-catheters---what-do-we-really-know-

05/01/2026

Ready to turn your ideas into real clinical impact? 💡💉

AVATAR is offering Higher Degree by Research (HDR) opportunities in vascular access and infusion therapy, connecting you with expert supervisors across universities and specialties.

👉 Learn more and submit an EOI: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=q8h8Wtykm0-_YGZxQEmtYu7XRycZCrVFgePL8G1IpjFUNDlHTzVPSkFTWFlPS001QlJKVEFaSFVRNC4u

31/12/2025

Wishing you a Happy New Year from all of us at the AVATAR Group!

Thank you to the incredible clinicians, researchers, and partners who supported safer vascular access throughout 2025. We can’t wait to see what 2026 brings.

Here’s to another year of progress, partnership, and making complications history.

19/12/2025

Congratulations on achieving your PhD, Dr Tricia Kleidon! Pictured here with another fabulous paediatric researcher, Anna Dean.

18/12/2025

🏠 Living With a PICC at Home: Patients Take the Lead

Co-designed with patients, this educational booklet empowers PICC users with practical, confidence-building info for safer home care.

🔗 Read more: https://www.avatargroup.org.au/blog/empowering-patients-at-home--co-designing-a-picc-booklet

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