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What are the benefits and risks of catheter material and design innovations (thin plastic tubes that deliver blood and medicine to the veins) to reduce complications and infections that lead to premature catheter failure? Key messages Peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs) are associated with serious complications, a high failure rate, and negative aftereffects for patients and healthcare systems. There is a lack of strong evidence to evaluate the benefits and risks of PICC design and material (e.g. silicone versus polyurethane) to prevent catheter complications, infection, and...
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