Softer catheters may save millions of veins
NCT ID NCT06927141
First seen Nov 20, 2025 · Last updated May 25, 2026 · Updated 24 times
Summary
This study looked at whether using softer, more flexible materials for intravenous catheters (cannulas) can reduce irritation and damage to veins. 27 healthy adults each had two catheters placed in opposite arms—one standard and one softer—and were monitored for up to 72 hours. The goal was to see if softer catheters bend less inside the vein, which could help them last longer and cause fewer problems like swelling or clotting.
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Griffith University
Southport, Queensland, 4215, Australia
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