Are there studies on the safety of midline catheters?

Sharp, Rebecca, et al. “The safety and efficacy of midlines compared to peripherally inserted central catheters for adult cystic fibrosis patients: A retrospective, observational study.” International journal of nursing studies 51.5 (2014):694-702.

Alexandrou, Evan, et al. “Central venous catheter placement by advanced practice nurses demonstrates low procedural complication and infection rates–a report from 13 years of service.” Critical care medicine 42.3 (2014):536-543.

Kanokkantapong, C, N Leeaphorn, and T Kanjanabuch. “The effects of peritoneal dialysis catheter insertion using paramedian versus midline approach on CAPD patients.” Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thanphaet 94 suppl. 4 (2011):S52-S57.

Amerasekera, S S H, et al. “Imaging of the complications of peripherally inserted central venous catheters.” Clinical radiology 64.8 (2009):832-840.

Griffiths, Vivien. “Midline catheters: indications, complications and maintenance.” Nursing standard 22.11 (2007):48-57.

Anderson, N R. “Midline catheters: the middle ground of intravenous therapy administration.” Journal of infusion nursing 27.5 (2004):313-321.

Applying current research to influence clinical practice: utilization of midline catheters.” Journal of intravenous nursing 21.5 (1998):271.

Complications related to intravenous midline catheter usage: a 2-year study.” Journal of intravenous nursing 21.2 (1998):76.

The risk of midline catheterization in hospitalized patients: a prospective study… republished with permission from Dr. Leonard Mermel. The risk of midline catheterization in hospitalized patients. Ann Intern Med. 1995; 123:841-844. 1996; 12.1:6

Initiating a pediatric peripherally inserted central catheter and midline catheter program.” Journal of intravenous nursing 17.4 (1994):201.

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