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Peripheral intravenous catheter (PIVC) placement is the most common invasive procedure performed in healthcare, with an estimated 90% of hospitalized patients requiring PIVC access during their stay. This equates to around two billion PIVCs used annually.1–3 Studies report 36% to 63% of catheters fail due to a variety of complications, including infiltration, occlusion, phlebitis, dislodgment, and infection. 2–6 These failures not only cause immediate patient discomfort and increased clinical workload but also have wider implications such as prolonged hospital stays and delays in critical treatments.2 The factors contributing to PIVC failure are multifaceted, involving clinical presentation, patient anatomy, provider skill level, and procedural circumstances. One significant determinant that has not been comprehensively addressed within the literature is healthcare inequities. These inequities permeate the healthcare system, adversely influencing outcomes across a spectrum of conditions and interventions. 7,8 It is well-documented that such disparities contribute to differential rates of chronic diseases and mortality; yet, their impact on PIVC placement and outcomes has not been similarly scrutinized.
Publication Date
5-2025
Keywords
Peripheral intravenous catheter
Disciplines
Emergency Medicine | Translational Medical Research
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O’Sullivan C, Mielke N, Xing Y, Bahl A. Examining health disparities: an observational study on peripheral vascular access outcomes among hospitalized patients. Poster presented at: Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine Embark Capstone Colloquium; 2025 May; Rochester Hills, MI.
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The Embark Capstone Colloquium at the Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine, Rochester Hills, MI, May, 2025.