Midline Catheters: Past Present and Future

CLABSI, Infection Prevention, Vascular Access

Midline Catheters: Past, Present and Future Midline catheters are multi-faceted devices that offer the potential for reduced complication rates compared to other vascular access options. Midline catheters may be appropriate for venous access in patients who: Need prolonged IV therapy Have challenging vascular anatomy due to age or medical history Recent dynamics in the healthcare…

LifeBubble Demonstrates Significantly Lower Rates of Umbilical Catheter Malposition Compared to Standard Adhesive Methods of Securement

Eloquest Healthcare, Healthcare Education, Infection Prevention

The Consequences of Umbilical Catheter Migration and Malposition Umbilical catheters (UCs) are a fundamental component of patient care, used to centrally administer medication and nutrition to infants in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs). Yet, these commonly used devices have an average migration rate of over 33% when coupled with standard adhesive securement methods.1 UC migration…