Testing how often to change infusion tubing in ICU
This trial compares timing for replacing the IV infusion tubing in critically ill ICU patients. It may help reduce infection risk while avoiding unnecessary changes by finding an interval that is safe and practical.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You can understand and sign the consent form
- You expect to stay in the ICU for more than 96 hours
- You need a central venous access line (a large IV line)
- That line and its infusion tubing are expected to stay in place for at least 96 hours
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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