New sticky patch aims to make IV catheters safer and less painful

NCT ID NCT06770374

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Hospital Arnau de Vilanova Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tests a special adhesive patch made with zinc oxide to hold catheters (thin tubes placed in veins) in place for hospitalized adults. The goal is to see if it reduces complications like the catheter moving, skin irritation, vein swelling, and pain. About 400 patients who need a midline or PICC line will be enrolled.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Catheter-Related Infections Pain phlebitis skin disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

PAIN PHLEBITIS SKIN AND SUBCUTANEOUS TISSUE DISORDERS VASCULAR ACCESS COMPLICATION

Contacts and locations

Locations

Arnau de Vilanova Hospital
RECRUITING

Lleida, Catalonia, 25001, Spain
Hospital Universitari Arnau de Vilanova
COMPLETED

Lleida, Catalonia, 25198, Spain

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