Publications by authors named "Martha Claudia Corzo"
Front Med (Lausanne)
January 2023
Article Synopsis
- Peripheral intravenous catheter (PIVC) insertion is a common procedure in hospitals, but data from Latin America is limited, leading to this study that examined guidelines, issues, and practices across five countries.
- In 2019, researchers assessed 9,620 PIVCs in hospitals from Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, and Mexico, discovering inadequate replacement protocols and non-adherence to sterile dressing standards.
- The study found that most PIVCs were used for medications or fluids, with various complications noted, highlighting the need for improved clinical guidelines and training in multiple languages to enhance safety and quality in PIVC management.
