- Safety-engineered 20G x 1" winged peripheral IV catheter (angiocatheter) with integrated needle protection
Uses
- Intravenous (IV) access:
- Used to establish short-term peripheral venous access for administering IV fluids, medications, and nutrients directly into the bloodstream
- Medication and fluid delivery:
- Optimal for routine IV therapy, hydration, and medication delivery in adult patients
- Blood sampling:
- Can be used for drawing blood samples from the peripheral vein
- Clinical settings:
- Primarily used in hospitals, emergency departments, outpatient clinics, and long-term care facilities
Features
- Push-button shielding technology:
- The needle instantly retracts into a safety barrel with the push of a button, encapsulating the used needle after activation
- BD Vialon™ biomaterial:
- The catheter is made from a proprietary material that softens up to 70% inside the vein, allowing for longer dwell times and reducing the chance of kinking
- BD Instaflash™ Needle Technology:
- A unique notched needle on the 20G catheter provides immediate confirmation of vessel entry along the catheter shaft, improving first-stick success
- Winged design:
- Features stabilizing wings that offer a large surface area for secure taping and improved catheter stabilization
- Dimensions:
- 20-gauge (pink hub), 1 inch long
- Sterile and single-use:
- Each catheter is individually packaged as a sterile, disposable device to support infection control
- Latex-free:
- Manufactured without natural rubber latex to prevent allergic reactions
- Radiopaque:
- Allows for clear visualization under imaging
Benefits
- Enhanced safety for healthcare workers:
- The push-button shielding mechanism significantly reduces the risk of accidental needlestick injuries (studies have shown a reduction of up to 95%) and exposure to bloodborne pathogens
- Improved patient comfort and outcomes:
- The BD Vialon material softens in the vein, leading to longer indwell times, reduced risk of mechanical phlebitis by up to 50%, and fewer IV restarts due to complications
- Increased insertion success:
- Instaflash technology and the ultra-sharp needle enhance the ease of penetration and improve first-stick success, reducing painful hit-and-miss insertions
- Reliable and secure placement:
- The winged design provides excellent stabilization, minimizing the risk of accidental dislodgement and infiltration
- Cost-effectiveness:
- Longer dwell times and fewer complications can lead to reduced total IV therapy costs
Contents
- (50) 20G x 1" Winged Peripheral IV Catheters per box
