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Intravenous (IV) cannulation is a common medical procedure used to administer medications and fluids directly into the bloodstream. While the benefits of IV therapy are clear, the procedure also poses risks, including the possibility of infection at the site of cannula insertion. When it comes to IV therapy, securing the cannula in place is critical for the patient’s safety and comfort.

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Intravenous (IV) cannulation is a common medical procedure used to administer medications and fluids directly into the bloodstream. While the benefits of IV therapy are clear, the procedure...

Intravenous catheterization is a common practice for administering fluids directly into the blood stream. It is often associated with a lethal and a very frequent complication of Catheter-related bloodstream infection (CRBSI).

Catheter-related bloodstream infections (CRBSI) are defined as the presence of bacteraemia originating from an intravenous catheter. CRBSIs are a leading cause of nosocomial infections associated with morbidity, mortality, and cost. 

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Intravenous catheterization is a common practice for administering fluids directly into the blood stream. It is often associated with a lethal and a very frequent complication of Catheter-related...

Wound dressings are indispensable in wound care management. With several advancements, dressings have emerged from a passive to a more active role involving moisture-retention and delivery systems.

Foam dressings are absorbent dressings used as primary and secondary dressings in partial or full thickness wounds with varying levels of exudate levels. When used as primary dressings, these provide absorption and insulation; and when used as secondary dressings, for wounds, with packing.

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Wound dressings are indispensable in wound care management. With several advancements, dressings have emerged from a passive to a more active role involving moisture-retention and delivery systems. Foam dressings...

Vascular Access & The Risk of Infection:

Vascular access in surgical settings is virtually indispensable. The intravenous administration of fluids, medications, blood products and parenteral nutrition, whether peripherally or centrally, is a routine practice in healthcare setups.

The same has been documented in several medical journals such as The American Journal of Epidemiology and the Annals of Pharmacotherapy. According to which, up to 80% of hospitalised patients in recent medical practice receive intravenous therapy while they are admitted.

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Vascular Access & The Risk of Infection: Vascular access in surgical settings is virtually indispensable. The intravenous administration of fluids, medications, blood products and parenteral nutrition, whether peripherally...

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