IV catheter showdown: which type stays put longer in the ICU?

NCT ID NCT07182877

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study compared two types of IV catheters—closed and open—in 100 patients in a respiratory intensive care unit. The goal was to see which type stays functional longer without complications like thrombophlebitis. Researchers measured dwell time and catheter-related issues to find out if closed catheters offer an advantage.

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 closed-type catheters last longer, hospitals may adopt them to reduce IV line changes and complications.

What could go wrong

This is a small, single-center study with 100 patients, so results may not apply to all ICUs. The difference in dwell time may be small or not clinically meaningful.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

thrombophlebitis

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Respiratory ICU, Department of Pulmonary Medicine, PGIMER

    Chandigarh, 160012, India