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New study reveals risks of common IV catheters in kids

NCT ID NCT06979167

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Seoul National University Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at 48 children under 18 who received a midline catheter during surgery. Researchers tracked complications like infection, blood clots, and blockages to find out what factors increase risk. The goal is to make these catheters safer for kids.

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 study could help doctors choose safer catheter placement methods and reduce complications like infection or clots in children.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed observational study with only 48 participants, so findings may not apply to all children or settings. No new treatment is being tested.

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Study facts

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Participants

48 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Apr 2025

Finished

Dec 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Who is studied

The study will include pediatric patients under 18 years of age who are undergoing general anesthesia for surgery at Seoul National University Hospital and require midline catheter placement. This population is selected to investigate the incidence and risk factors for complications associated with midline catheter insertion in pediatric patients.

Ages

1 year to 18 years

Sex

Anyone

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Inclusion Criteria: * Pediatric patients under 18 years of age * Scheduled to undergo general anesthesia for surgery at Seoul National University Children's Hospital. * Clinically indicated for midline catheter insertion as determined by the attending anesthesiologist. Exclusion Criteria: * Patients requiring central venous catheter (CVC) insertion instead of a midline catheter. * Known coagulation disorders. * History of severe thrombosis. * Any other conditions that, in the investigator's judgment, make the patient unsuitable for the study.

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Midline catheter

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Seoul National University Children's Hospital

    Seoul, 03080, South Korea

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