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  • Medical Devices
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Patient Safety

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  • Peripheral vascular catheters (PVCs) are widely used invasive medical devices, with millions sold annually in the USA.
  • Approximately one-third of UK inpatients have a PVC in situ at any given time.
  • PVCs are associated with significant morbidity, prolonged hospital stays, and increased healthcare costs due to infections.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the infection risks associated with peripheral vascular catheters (PVCs).
  • To highlight the under-evaluation of PVC-associated infections compared to central venous catheters.
  • To discuss effective prevention and intervention strategies for PVC-associated infections.

Main Methods:

  • A narrative review of existing literature.
  • Analysis of studies focusing on infection risks related to PVCs.

Main Results:

  • 30-80% of hospitalized patients receive at least one PVC during their hospital stay.
  • PVCs are linked to serious catheter-related bloodstream infections, morbidity, and increased healthcare expenses.
  • PVC-associated infections are often under-evaluated, with research predominantly focusing on central venous catheters.

Conclusions:

  • Sources and routes of PVC-associated infections are discussed.
  • Effective prevention and intervention strategies for PVC-associated infections are outlined.
  • Addressing PVC infection risks is essential for reducing patient morbidity and healthcare costs.