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Central venous catheters (CVCs) are vital for critical care and cancer treatment, but their use increases risks like infection and dysfunction over time. Careful selection and management are key to patient safety.

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  • Medical Devices
  • Critical Care Medicine
  • Oncology

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  • Central venous catheters (CVCs) are essential in major surgery, intensive care units, and hematology/oncology departments.
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  • Catheter selection is influenced by patient condition, treatment needs, and duration of use.

Purpose:

  • To highlight the critical role of CVCs in patient care.
  • To underscore the potential for severe complications associated with CVCs.
  • To emphasize the relationship between CVC dwell time and complication incidence.

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    • Impact:

    • Informing clinical practice regarding CVC selection and management.
    • Raising awareness of CVC-related risks for healthcare professionals.
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