Many hospital patients are at increased risk of infection because of inappropriate insertion of IV cannula, Scottish researchers have warned. A team from Aberdeen’s Robert Gordon University studied ...

Good practice when inserting a cannula, including appropriate choice of device and site, can help to prevent phlebitis. Good infection control techniques are also vital in preventing the condition.

Surgical site infections have been shown to compose up to 20% of all healthcare-associated infections. At least 5% of patients undergoing a surgical procedure develop a surgical site infection. A ...

Dr Sserunjogi says to avoid infections, good hygiene when one has a cannula is important. There are times when a vein gets blocked after a cannula is inserted but sometimes the doctor may have no ...

A UCF research team has received a two-year, $400,000 grant to develop insulin pump cannulas that have a lower risk of infection and inflammation in people with type 1 diabetes. Elizabeth Brisbois,… ...

The cannula is placed nearly parallel to the nerve, which requires a medial and cephalad trajectory. However, recent advances in the design of radiofrequency cannulas may obviate this requirement.

While receiving treatment for fractured ribs, he contracted an infection via an intravenous cannula. The 51-year-old Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service firefighter never fully recovered ...

Low-flow nasal cannulas can only deliver a nasal cannula flow rate of 4-6 liters of oxygen per minute. They don't provide humidified or heated oxygen. So, they often dry out the nasal passages.