Ultrasound-guided Peripheral Intravenous Catheter Placement in an Oncologic Emergency Department - a Prospective, Randomized Controlled Trial of Catheter Lengths

Launched by M.D. ANDERSON CANCER CENTER · Jan 12, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is investigating how the length of a special tube called a catheter affects its success when placed in patients who may have difficulty getting an intravenous (IV) line. The study is focusing on patients in an emergency department for cancer-related issues. By using ultrasound to help place the catheter, researchers want to determine whether different lengths of these tubes can lead to better or worse outcomes for patients needing IV access.

To be eligible for this trial, participants must be over 18 years old and have been identified as needing a catheter due to difficult IV access. They should expect to stay in the hospital for more than 48 hours. Those who cannot give consent, are pregnant, or do not speak English are not included. If you join the study, you’ll be randomly assigned to receive a catheter of a certain length, and the team will monitor how well it works for you. This research aims to improve care for patients facing challenges with IV access.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Age \> 18 years old.
• • 2. Provision of signed and dated informed consent form.
• • 3. Predetermined to have difficult IV access necessitating USIV placement
• • 4. Expected admission to hospital with anticipated stay \> 48 hours (per discussion with treating physician).
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Expected/anticipated discharge disposition from the ACCC (per discussion with treating physician).
• • 2. Inability to give informed consent.
• • 3. Pregnant women.
• • 4. Non-English speaking participants.