New sticky patch could make hospital catheters safer and less painful

NCT ID NCT06770374

First seen Jan 04, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 23 times

Summary

This study tests a special adhesive made with zinc oxide to hold catheters (thin tubes placed in veins) in place for hospitalized adults. The goal is to see if this device reduces complications like the catheter moving, skin irritation, vein inflammation, and pain. About 400 patients who need a midline or PICC line and are staying in the hospital for at least a week will take part.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

    Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

Locations

  • Arnau de Vilanova Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Lleida, Catalonia, 25001, Spain

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

  • Hospital Universitari Arnau de Vilanova

    COMPLETED

    Lleida, Catalonia, 25198, Spain

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