Which catheter works best for blood draws? new study has answers
NCT ID NCT06014099
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested two types of catheters (long peripheral and midline) for drawing blood in 162 hospitalized patients with difficult veins. The goal was to see which catheter improves first-stick success and reduces complications. Results could guide nurses in choosing the best tool for blood collection.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help nurses choose the best catheter for blood draws, improving success rates and patient comfort.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed study focused on technique, not a new treatment. Results may not apply to all patients or settings.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Linfang Zhao
Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 310000, China
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