It was reported that bd saf-t-intima¿ safety system with removable prn 22 ga 0.
75 in (non-dehp).
The following information was provided by the initial reporter: "over a period of 5-6 weeks, 3 patients developed severe inflammation at the puncture site (inflammation, induration, redness).
One patient even had an abscess that had to be evacuated quickly.
These catheters have been used for several years, the antisepsis protocol seems to have been respected, as well as the duration of insertion.
Patient's current condition: excessive redness necessitated emergency surgical evacuation for one of the three patients.
Actions taken: alcohol-based dressing for the 3 patients to reduce inflammation.
Devices not kept.
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