![]() ![]() NONE of these complications resulted in clinical consequences to the patient.Dwell-time related complications: 60 pts (12% 95% CI 9% to 16%).Insertion related complications: 14 pts (3.5% 95% CI 2.0% to 5.9%).Median dwell time: 6.7 days (Range 1 – 48).Median number of days catheter remained in place: 5 (Range 2 – 8).Median number of attempts: 1 (Range 1 – 3).Need for IV Access, Medication Administration, and Ongoing Resuscitation: 17%.IV Access/Medication Administration: 39%.Need for vasopressor or inotropic therapy.Need for reliable access during an active resuscitation. ![]() Line associated bloodstream infections = any positive blood-culture results in the presence of clinical signs of infection, without another source.Severe complications = Arterial injury, vesicant necrosis, skin necrosis, or neurovascular injury. ![]()
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