It has been known for decades that central lines that have blood clots have a double the risk of catheter sepsis. Reducing thrombosis risks is the answer.” — Greg Vigna, M.D., J.D. LOS ANGELES, CA, ...

Investigating cases of central-line associated bloodstream infections including PICC lines and midlines. There are safer alternative designs to polyurethane PICC lines and other central lines that ...

Newer PICC lines substantially decrease the risk of occlusion of the catheter, swelling of the arm, blood clots, and blood infections Safer technology in the design of the PICC line and central line ...

Super-hydrophilic PICC lines reduce infection risk, unlike outdated polyurethane lines that can lead to sepsis, organ failure, brain damage, or death Super-hydrophilic PICC lines reduce the risk of ...

PICC lines and other central lines that get infected with fungus are associated with sepsis and high mortality. PICC lines and central lines are significant risk factors for this medical condition.” — ...

Increased utilization of midline catheters not associated with a decreased risk of deep vein thrombosis or sepsis when compared with PICC lines The old, outdated central lines, PICC lines, and ...

We are investigating PICC line-related bloodstream infections, including those that have suffered from sepsis and septic shock. These are complications that affect all ages.” — Greg Vigna, MD, JD ...

SANTA BARBARA , CALIFORNIA , UNITED STATES , December 4, 2023 /EINPresswire.com/ -- “Polyurethane causes inflammation that leads to occlusion of the venous catheter ...