Comparing two types of long IV catheters for patients with hard-to-find veins
This trial compares two methods of placing a longer IV catheter in patients who have difficult IV access. It aims to see which technique works better and is more comfortable for you.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are an adult staying in the hospital and have difficult IV access.
- Your doctor has asked for a special type of IV catheter to be placed.
- You can speak Dutch or French, or have a legal representative who can.
- You are able to make your own decisions or have someone who can decide for you.
- You are not pregnant and your treatment is expected to last longer than 24 hours.
- A deep vein in your upper arm can be found and is not deeper than 1.6 cm from the skin.
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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