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The risk of infectious and noninfectious complications associated with long peripheral catheters (LPCs) is unknown. In this retrospective study of 539 catheters, we found LPCs were often placed for the… Click to show full abstract
The risk of infectious and noninfectious complications associated with long peripheral catheters (LPCs) is unknown. In this retrospective study of 539 catheters, we found LPCs were often placed for the indications of difficult access and long-term antibiotics. Rates of deep vein thrombosis (1.7%) and catheter-related infection (0.6%) were low. LPCs may represent a novel and safe option for short-term venous access.
Keywords:
catheters retrospective;
major complications;
peripheral catheters;
review major;
long peripheral;
retrospective review
Journal Title: Journal of hospital medicine
Year Published: 2019
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Journal Title: Journal of hospital medicine
Year Published: 2019
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