Trial Comparing Peripheral I.V. Catheter Complication Rates of Two Different Catheter Dressings



Status:Terminated
Healthy:No
Age Range:18 - Any
Updated:4/21/2016
Start Date:September 2014
End Date:May 2015

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A Multi-Center, Prospective, Randomized Trial Comparing the Peripheral I.V. Catheter Complication Rates of Two Different Catheter Dressings

A multi-center randomized control trial comparing the dressing wear times of two different
transparent film dressings when used to secure peripheral intravenous catheters of
hospitalized adult patients.

A multi-center, prospective, randomized control trial comparing the dressing wear time,
complication rates and cost of two different transparent film dressing when used as intended
for peripheral intravenous catheter site protection and securement in five U.S. hospitals.

Inclusion Criteria:

1. At least 18 years of age, or of consenting age;

2. Admitted or going to be admitted to the hospital;

3. Requires peripheral IV therapy (catheter) for an anticipated 72 hours or longer;

4. Has an insertion site in the forearm or hand free of phlebitis, infiltration,
dermatitis, burns, lesions or tattoos;

5. Demonstrates cooperation with a catheter insertion and the securement protocol; and

6. Patient or legally authorized representative is willing and able to provide written
informed consent and authorization for use and disclosure of Protected Health
Information

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Is a current participant or a past participant in this study;

2. If the subject already has a functioning PIV in place, not requiring a replacement
catheter

3. If the study PIV catheter site will be placed below an old infusion site;

4. If the study PIV site needs to be immobilized with a splint or other device;

5. Has a documented or a known allergy or sensitivity to a medical adhesive product such
as transparent film adhesive dressings, tapes, or liquid skin protectants;

6. Requires the application of a gauze pad, a topical ointment or solution under the
dressing in addition to the prep(s) required in the protocol;

7. Will require a power injection through the study PIV catheter for a radiologic
procedure during participation in this study;

8. Will require a numbing agent prior to PIV insertion; or

9. Will require the use of ultrasound for the PIV catheter insertion.
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320 E North Ave
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15212
(412) 359-3131
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Chapel Hill, North Carolina 27599
(919) 962-2211
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2500 Metrohealth Dr
Cleveland, Ohio 44109
(216) 778-7800
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Emile St
Omaha, Nebraska 68198
(402) 559-4000
Univ of Nebraska Med Ctr A vital enterprise in the nation’s heartland, the University of...
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1250 E. Marshall St.
Richmond, Virginia 23298
(804) 828-9000
Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center The Virginia Commonwealth University Health System is an urban, comprehensive...
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Richmond, VA
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