A Comparison of Performance Between Teflon (R) and Polyurethane Safety Cannulae at Extremes of Operating Temperatures

作者:Jeyanathan J; Webster B B; Hawksley O J; Mellor A J*
来源:Journal of the Royal Army Medical Corps, 2012, 158(2): 120-122.
DOI:10.1136/jramc-158-02-10

摘要

Objectives: In the United Kingdom, approximately eight million peripheral cannulations are performed each year. Intravenous cannulae are made from either polytetrafluoroethylene (Teflon (R)) or polyurethane. Polyurethane has a lower incidence of thrombophlebitis, however the physical characteristics of polyurethane may make the cannulae difficult to use at higher ambient temperatures. This effect maybe of importance to those involved in cannulation in extreme environments and especially for military doctors deployed in current theatres of operations. %26lt;br%26gt;Methods: In a randomised single blinded study we investigated the different characteristics of Teflon (R) and polyurethane cannulae (Vasofix (R) Safety Cannulae, B Braun) at three different temperatures (-10 degrees C, 21 degrees C and 40 degrees C). %26lt;br%26gt;Results: There is no statistically significant difference in the ease or speed of cannulation of either polyurethane or Teflon (R) safety cannulae in extremes of temperature. %26lt;br%26gt;Conclusions: This study provides evidence that performance of polyurethane safety cannulae are not impaired by temperature extremes.

  • 出版日期2012-6

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