A Cuffed Polyurethane Catheter for Long-Term Central Venous Access: A Novel Technique Prevents Early Displacement

Abstract

A new method which provides immediate fixation of a cuffed central venous catheter is described. The cuffed polyurethane catheter has a detachable hub which allows the creation of a second small tunnel distal to the cuff using the wire and the vein dilator. As the catheter exits from a "pinhole," immediate fixation is assured and is independent of tissue healing. (Journal of Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition 14:546-547, 1990)

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