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A retrospective study of subcutaneous anchor securement systems in oncology patients.

A retrospective study of subcutaneous anchor securement systems in oncology patients.

Authors :
Hawes ML
McCormick CA
Gilbert GE
Source :
The journal of vascular access [J Vasc Access] 2024 Nov; Vol. 25 (6), pp. 1848-1852. Date of Electronic Publication: 2023 Aug 01.
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

Introduction: Maintaining optimal central venous catheter tip position requires reliable catheter securement. A vital decision about the choice of engineered securement device is often made by what is conveniently available in the insertion kit or default clinical routine. The importance of continuous securement for oncology patients prompted the need for an evaluation of securement options currently available. This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of two engineered securement devices to assist the oncology patient in reaching the end of their catheter need.<br />Methods: A retrospective study was conducted to assess patients' ability to finish their therapy with one peripherally inserted central catheter. Implant and explant data for adult oncology patients was evaluated spanning 2007-2021. All patients received a PICC with either an adhesive securement device or a subcutaneous anchor securement system.<br />Results: Partial or complete dislodgement causing the unplanned removal of the PICC occurred at 12% for ASD and 0.4% for SASS ( p  < 0.0001). The probability of reaching the end of need with one PICC, regardless of the reason for premature removal, at 2 years for patients with an adhesive securement device was 68% ( n  = 944). For patients with a subcutaneous anchored securement device, it was over 95% ( n  = 8313). The difference in the probability of reaching the end of the need with one PICC between the two securement devices was calculated at ( p  < 0.0001).<br />Conclusion: With over 9200 patients and more than a million catheter days, the results of this retrospective study demonstrate the SASS's superiority in assisting the patient to reach the end of need with a single PICC.<br />Competing Interests: Declaration of conflicting interestsThe author(s) declared the following potential conflicts of interest with respect to the research, authorship, and/or publication of this article: Michelle L. Hawes: Independent research consultant, Carol A. McCormick: Staff RN, Clatterbridge Cancer Center Liverpool, Gregory E. Gilbert: Independent biostatistician.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1724-6032
Volume :
25
Issue :
6
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
The journal of vascular access
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
37528691
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1177/11297298231190416