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[Fatal peripheral catheter phlebitis].

A Widmer1, W Zimmerli

  • 1Departement für Innere Medizin, Kantonsspital Basel.

Schweizerische Medizinische Wochenschrift
|July 12, 1988
PubMed
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Suppurative thrombophlebitis from peripheral venous catheters can lead to severe Staphylococcus aureus sepsis. Limiting catheter duration to under 72 hours and surgical vein excision for pus are key to minimizing risks.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Complications
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Vascular Surgery

Background:

  • Peripheral venous catheters are common medical devices.
  • Complications can include suppurative thrombophlebitis, a serious infection.
  • Staphylococcus aureus is a significant pathogen in catheter-related infections.