CompletedNot Applicable

Blood Sampling Functionality of Extended Dwell Catheters

United States100 participantsStarted 2021-06-23

Plain-language summary

The purpose of this study is to compare upper arm versus forearm Extended Dwell Catheter (EDC) placement for blood sampling functionality. EDC is an alternative to peripheral Intravenous (IVs) especially during prolonged hospital stays. EDCs are generally placed using ultrasound for guidance and are commonly placed in any of 3 veins in the arm. They can be inserted above or below the antecubital fossa (the bend of the elbow). These catheters can be left for up to 30 days and don't fail as quickly when compared to peripheral IVs.

Who can participate

Age range18 Years

SexALL

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Inclusion criteria

✓. Consult to VAT for vascular access device placement
✓. Patient requires peripheral access
✓. Adults \>18 years of age
✓. Age \> 18 years old
✓. Difficult vascular access defined as: patient has no visible veins (\>2mm) or palpable veins
✓. Anticipated hospital admission

Exclusion criteria

✕. Multiple lumens required
✕. Functional vascular access device exists proximal to the targeted area of insertion. This does not include superficial non-ultrasound guided peripheral IVs.
✕. Upper extremity cannot be accessed due to a coexisting medical condition
✕. Cognitively impaired

What they're measuring

Blood Sampling Functionality

Timeframe: During hospitalization, up to 30 days

Trial details

NCT IDNCT04409418

SponsorCorewell Health East

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2023-09-30

Results submitted2024-09-18

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