Iatrogenic arterial injuries resulting from invasive procedures

Area of Science:

• Vascular Surgery
• Patient Safety
• Nursing Care

Background:

• Invasive arterial procedures, such as arterial catheterization, carry a risk of iatrogenic injury.
• These injuries can result from the use of large or traumatic catheters during cannulation.

Purpose of the Study:

• To highlight the potential for iatrogenic arterial injuries during invasive procedures.
• To emphasize the critical role of nurses in managing and detecting these complications.

Main Methods:

• Review of clinical manifestations associated with arterial cannulation.
• Assessment of nursing responsibilities in patient monitoring and injury detection.

Main Results:

• Iatrogenic arterial injuries can manifest during or after arterial catheterization.
• Nurses are vital in baseline assessment, catheter monitoring, and early detection of arterial injury.

Conclusions:

• Vigilant nursing assessment and monitoring are essential for preventing severe complications from iatrogenic arterial injuries.
• Prompt detection and management are key to improving patient outcomes following arterial procedures.