Evaluation of unmodifiable and potentially modifiable factors affecting peripheral intravenous device-related complications in neonates: a retrospective observational study.
Matheus F P T van RensKevin HugillMohamad A MahmahMohammad A A BayoumiAirene L V FranciaKrisha L P GarciaFredericus H J van LoonPublished in: BMJ open (2021)
Most infants experienced a vascular access-related complication. Given the high complication rate, PIVCs should be used judiciously and thought given prior to their use as to whether alternate means of intravenous access might be more appropriate.