Nov 18, 2022 · Venous access is critical for patient care in veterinary medicine because it provides a route for administration of fluids, medications, and blood products as well as a source of blood for sampling. The most common “go to” site for intravenous (IV) access in small animal patients is the cephalic vein.

Sep 12, 2022 · Most of the time, we’ll be placing ‘standard’ IV catheters - short, over-the-needle peripheral IVs that remain in place for typically 1-5 days. We also have a few longer-term or more advanced options. These include peripherally-inserted central catheters (aka PICC lines), and central venous catheters (aka jugular catheters, central lines or CVCs).

Monoject™ Veterinary I.V. Catheters are available in both Polyurethane (PUR) catheter material and Telfon (FEP) catheter material. Reach out to our team for ordering information. For product specifications, service, and certificate requests, please call our Customer Service team.

Jun 14, 2024 · Over-the-needle IV catheters are the most frequently used vascular access devices for short-term catheterization in small animal practice. Each catheter is manufactured in a sterile package or casing designed to be opened immediately before use.

Intravenous (IV) catheters (the correct term is ‘cannula’) provide a pathway into the vascular system for fluid, blood products or medication administration and allow multiple blood samples to be drawn with minimal patient discomfort.

Peripheral intravenous catheters (pIVCs) are likely the most commonly utilized catheters in veterinary medicine. These are short (between ¾ – 2”) and made of Teflon, polypropylene, or polyvinyl chloride. These catheters are usually single lumen and are inserted into a …

Aug 12, 2024 · IV catheters are essential tools that allow veterinarians to administer fluids, medications, and other treatments directly into an animal’s bloodstream. With so many options …

Intravenous catheters are often needed to administer both fluids and drugs. These steps below will help guide you for a successful IV catheter placement in your veterinary patient.

Oct 1, 2010 · This article provides an overview of some of the factors that should be considered regarding infection risks, placement and maintenance of peripheral intravenous catheters.

Intravenous (IV) indwelling catheters are commonly used in dogs and cats for ease of various drug and fluid administration. They are placed in either peripheral or central veins and may be maintained for days if the site has been sterilely prepared and is inspected daily.