Is anyone using teflon catheters? Does anyone have any documentation regarding these? I have a couple of abstracts indicating there is higher risk of complications. We are re-evaluating the use of these and I wanted to see any other information available.
Thank you in advance!!
This question was answsered many years ago with good studies on short peripheral catheters. I am assuming that is what you are asking about. Here is one study:
1. Maki DG, Ringer M. Risk factors for infusion-related phlebitis with small peripheral venous catheters. Annals of Internal Medicine 1991;114:845-54.
Your choices are catheters made of teflon or polyurethane. I would only choose polyurethane and never would agree to purchase a teflon catheter. Dwell time is longer and complications are fewer. Lynn
Lynn Hadaway, M.Ed., RN, NPD-BC, CRNI
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