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Thrombophlebitis
Studies conducted at G. Cicolini et al on thrombophlebitis recently published
May 25th, 2009
According to a study from Chieti, Italy, "Position of peripheral venous cannulae and the incidence of thrombophlebitis: an observational study. This paper is a report of a study conducted to investigate the most suitable location of peripheral venous cannulae to reduce the incidence of thrombophlebitis." "Peripheral intravenous cannulae are used for vascular access, but the site of insertion and size of the cannula could expose patients to local and systemic infectious complications. Small cannula size is an important factor in reducing the incidence of thrombophlebitis, but cannula location has not yet been studied. Evidence-based knowledge on how to prevent these...
Source: Hematology Week (2009-05-25)
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