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What is a Midline Catheter? A Midline Catheter is a small flexible tube that is shorter than a PICC. It is inserted in the same vein location as a PICC, but it only extends to a point just below the level of your armpit. It is not a central venous catheter (CVC).
18 Αυγ 2023 · PICC line: PICC lines are better suited for treatments that require longer-term venous access and those that need to be delivered near the heart. Midline: Midlines are suitable for shorter treatments and are not ideal for medications that require direct delivery to the central circulation.
In all, 130 (11.88%) MCs developed symptomatic CR thrombosis (DVT or SVT) as compared to 112 (6.88%) PICCs (OR: 1.82; P < .0001; Table 3). Midline catheters had a 53% greater odds of developing CR DVT than PICCs (7.04% MCs and 4.72% PICCs; OR: 1.53; P = .0126; Table 3).
COMPARISON CHART OF WHERE DIFFERENT CENTRAL LINES ARE PLACED. CVC and PICC are used for rapid infusions, long-term medication administration (antibiotics, chemotherapy), total parenteral nutrition and frequent blood draws. Both can be seen in the inpatient and outpatient setting.
9 Σεπ 2024 · Explore the key differences between midline vs PICC lines, and learn how to choose the best option for your patient’s specific needs.
1. Introduction. Intravenous (IV) access is a major cornerstone in caring for a hos-pitalized patient. Among the myriad of options, peripherally inserted central catheters (PICC) and midline catheters, are commonly used for patients who require prolonged IV access.
11 Ιαν 2020 · Patients often need central venous access for indications including ongoing hemodynamic monitoring, difficult venous access, or long-term intravenous therapy (eg, antimicrobial therapy, fluid therapy, chemotherapy).
