Aims The aim of this systematic review and meta‐analysis was to summarize and quantify
peripheral intravenous catheter‐related complications. Design This systematic review is …

Despite the growing frequency of intravenous (IV) injections, establishing peripheral IV
access is challenging, particularly in patients with small or collapsed veins. Therefore …

Introduction: Phlebitis is a common complication associated with the use of peripheral
intravenous catheters. The aim of this study was to estimate the incidence of phlebitis with …

Background Peripheral intravenous catheters are the most frequently used invasive device
in nursing practice, yet are commonly associated with complications. We performed a …

Aims and objectives To determine the incidence, severity and risk factors of peripheral
intravenous cannula‐induced complications. Background Peripheral venous cannulation in …

Aims: This study aims to investigate the incidence of phlebitis and to evaluate factors
contributing to the development of phlebitis. Settings and Design: This was a prospective …

Objective To compare routine replacement of intravenous peripheral catheters with
replacement only when clinically indicated. Design Randomised controlled trial. Setting …

Materials and Methods: The study universe comprises of catheters applied on inpatients in
the internal diseases clinic of a state hospital, and the sample comprises of catheters eligible …

Aims and objectives To estimate the prevalence of difficult venous access in complex
patients with multimorbidity and to identify associated risk factors. Background In highly …

Objective: Intravenous catheters have been indispensable tools of modern medicine.
Although intravenous applications can be used for a multitude of purposes, these …