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It was reported that the patient¿s blood pressure suddenly dropped to 60/20, confirmed by both non-invasive blood pressure and arterial line readings.It was found that the stopcock delivering norepinephrine, vasopressin, and dobutamine had disconnected from the one-link iv connector at the central line.After reattachment and increasing norepinephrine, the patient improved quickly.Instability had been observed with the stopcock¿one-link connection.The connector has short threads and significant back pressure, making it prone to loosening.There was patient involvement with no harm.
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