Primary Non-Central PICC Tip Malposition

Central PICC placement in the SVC or IVC is associated with fewer complications. The study defined primary non-central PICC tip malposition as absence of the catheter tip in the vena cava within 24 hours after insertion. Non-central cathet…

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Central PICC placement in the SVC or IVC is associated with fewer complications. The study defined primary non-central PICC tip malposition as absence of the catheter tip in the vena cava within 24 hours after insertion. Non-central catheter tips can irritate smaller vessels and increase infusion-related complications.