• After the first 24 hours, the maintenance infusion rate of 0.5 mg/min (720 mg/24 hours) should be continued utilizing a concentration of 1 to 6 mg/ml (Cordarone I.V. concentrations greater than 2 mg/ml should be administered via a central venous catheter). (globalrph.com)
  • Is routine replacement of peripheral intravenous catheters necessary? (wikipedia.org)
  • Indwell times, complications and costs of open vs closed safety peripheral intravenous catheters: a randomized study. (bd.com)
  • Because of the risk of insertion-site infection the CDC advises in their guideline that the catheter needs to be replaced every 96 hours. (wikipedia.org)
  • OBJECTIVE: Peripheral arterial catheters are perceived as having low infective potential compared with other catheters and may be overlooked as a cause of catheter-related bloodstream infection. (edu.au)
  • We aimed to measure colonization and rates of catheter-related bloodstream infection in arterial catheters, to investigate risk factors for arterial catheter colonization, and to compare arterial catheter infection rates with those in concurrently sited and managed central venous catheters. (edu.au)
  • MEASUREMENTS AND MAIN RESULTS: The incidence per 1,000 (95% confidence interval) catheter days of colonization (≥15 colonies) and catheter-related bloodstream infection was 15.7 (9.5-25.9) and 0.92 (0.13-6.44) for arterial catheters and 16.8 (13.3-21.3) and 2.23 (1.12-4.44) for central venous catheters. (edu.au)
  • CONCLUSIONS: The incidence of catheter-related bloodstream infection from arterial catheters was low. (edu.au)
  • However, both arterial catheter colonization and rates of catheter-related bloodstream infection were similar to those in concurrently sited and identically managed central venous catheters. (edu.au)
  • Increased resource use associated with catheter-related bloodstream infection in the surgical intensive care unit. (cdc.gov)
  • Yoo S, Ha M, Choi D, Pai H. Effectiveness of surveillance of central catheter-related bloodstream infection in an ICU in Korea. (cdc.gov)
  • The effect of an education program on the incidence of central venous catheter-associated bloodstream infection in a medical ICU. (cdc.gov)
  • Education of physiciansin-training can decrease the risk for vascular catheter infection. (cdc.gov)
  • After the catheter is in place, careful handling and strict aseptic technique are required during the care and maintenance of the line to reduce the risk of infection. (medscape.com)
  • International Nosocomial Infection Control Consortium (INICC) Care bundles to prevent central and peripheral line-related bloodstream infections. (bd.com)
  • Chlorhexidine plus alcohol versus povidone iodine plus alcohol, combined or not with innovative devices, for prevention of short-term peripheral venous catheter infection and failure (CLEAN 3 study): an investigator-initiated, open-label, single centre, randomised-controlled, two-by-two factorial trial. (bd.com)
  • ABSTRACT Objectives: to describe the process of construction and content validation of a clinical setting for teaching and learning the recommended practices for preventing bloodstream infection, associated with peripheral venous catheters, for nursing professionals. (bvsalud.org)
  • Five days before the scheduled transplant day, or day minus 5, the recipient tested positive for Klebsiella pneumoniae infection of the central venous catheter. (cdc.gov)
  • In medicine, a peripheral venous catheter, peripheral venous line, peripheral venous access catheter, or peripheral intravenous catheter, is a catheter (small, flexible tube) placed into a peripheral vein for venous access to administer intravenous therapy such as medication fluids. (wikipedia.org)
  • The catheter is introduced into the vein by a needle (similar to blood drawing), which is subsequently removed while the small plastic cannula remains in place. (wikipedia.org)
  • A peripheral venous catheter is usually placed in a vein on the hand or arm. (wikipedia.org)
  • It should be distinguished from a central venous catheter which is inserted in a central vein (usually in the internal jugular vein of the neck or the subclavian vein of the chest), or an arterial catheter which can be placed in a peripheral or central artery. (wikipedia.org)
  • IV (intravenous) means giving medicines or fluids through a needle or tube (catheter) that goes into a vein. (medlineplus.gov)
  • The AngioJet ZelanteDVT thrombectomy catheter is specifically designed to treat deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in large-diameter upper and lower peripheral veins ≥ 6 mm. (bostonscientific.com)
  • A central venous catheter is a tube that goes into a vein in your arm or chest and ends at the right side of your heart (right atrium). (limamemorial.org)
  • Venous access is a procedure in which a catheter is placed into a vein for medical diagnosis or therapy. (radiologyinfo.org)
  • A peripheral catheter is usually placed into a small vein, often in the arm, and is usually used for up to 96 hours. (radiologyinfo.org)
  • A central catheter can be placed into a small or large vein in the body, with the tip located in a large vein close to the heart in the chest, and is used for a longer time. (radiologyinfo.org)
  • These lines are more successful than blind external jugular vein access and compared to central venous catheters they are less invasive and carry less complications. (acep.org)
  • September 29, 2010 (Washington, DC) - Percutaneous interventions to remove thrombi in the popliteal, femoral, or iliac veins, when performed in conjunction with anticoagulant therapy, is better than anticoagulant therapy alone in preventing recurrent venous thromboembolism and a host of other end points in patients with symptomatic proximal deep vein thrombosis (DVT), according to the first randomized clinical trial to test the technique. (medscape.com)
  • A central venous catheter (CVC) is a large diameter catheter that can be placed in the jugular or peripheral vein. (cliniciansbrief.com)
  • The original Seldinger technique has been associated with several complications including inadvertent catheter placement into the internal thoracic vein, azygous vein, and caudal vena cava. (cliniciansbrief.com)
  • This procedure is most often used to give intravenous fluids or drugs when a catheter cannot be inserted into an arm or a leg vein (peripheral intravenous catheter). (msdmanuals.com)
  • Central venous catheterization is occasionally used to monitor central venous pressure (pressure in the superior vena cava, the large vein that returns blood to the heart from the upper part of the body). (msdmanuals.com)
  • This figure shows the blood vessel (subclavian vein) in the chest that can be used for central venous catheterization. (msdmanuals.com)
  • The traditional superficial venous puncture depends on the location of the vein close enough to the skin to be visible or at least palpable, thus peripheral venous access (PVA), without the use of ultrasound, can be challenging, with a failure rate of approximately 25% 5 . (bvsalud.org)
  • Percentage of intravascular catheter infections stratified by catheter type in study of intravascular catheter bloodstream infections during the COVID-19 pandemic, Switzerland, January 1, 2020-December 31, 2022. (cdc.gov)
  • This was a 7-year descriptive retrospective populational study of all bloodstream infections, comparing central (CB) and peripheral (PB) venous catheter-related bacteraemias in patients older than 15 years. (biomedcentral.com)
  • In all, 285 catheter-related bacteraemia patients, 220 with CBs (77.19%) and 65 with PBs (22.81%), were analysed among 1866 cases with bloodstream infections. (biomedcentral.com)
  • In terms of the suspected origin, there was less accuracy in diagnosing catheter-related bloodstream infections (68. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Attributable cost of catheter-associated bloodstream infections among intensive care patients in a nonteaching hospital. (cdc.gov)
  • Clinical and economic outcomes in critically ill patients with nosocomial catheter-related bloodstream infections. (cdc.gov)
  • An educational intervention to prevent catheter-associated bloodstream infections in a non-teeaching community medical center. (cdc.gov)
  • A multicenter intervention to prevent catheter-associated bloodstream infections. (cdc.gov)
  • Higuera F, Rosenthal VD, Duarte P, Ruiz J, Franco G, Safdar N. The effect of process control on the incidence of central venous catheter-associated bloodstream infections and mortality in intensive care units in Mexico. (cdc.gov)
  • Effect of an education program on decreasing catheter-related bloodstream infections in the surgical intensive care unit. (cdc.gov)
  • Expert management has been shown to reduce the complications of peripheral lines. (wikipedia.org)
  • The objective of this study was to explore the various modalities for establishing central venous access comparing indications, costs, and complications to guide the clinician in choosing the appropriate catheter with the best outcome at the least cost. (nih.gov)
  • Significant cost savings and fewer severe complications can be realized by preferential use of peripherally inserted central catheters when clinically indicated. (nih.gov)
  • However, significant cost savings and fewer severe complications are associated with peripheral central venous access versus the surgical or radiologic approach. (nih.gov)
  • The lower circulating drug levels are the suggested mechanism for the lower incidence of systemic and, in particular, intracranial hemorrhagic complications reported with catheter-directed thrombolysis. (medscape.com)
  • A randomized controlled trial to compare the complications of 2 peripheral intravenous catheter-stabilization systems. (bd.com)
  • Percutaneous transcatheter treatment of patients with deep venous thrombosis (DVT) consists of thrombus removal with catheter-directed thrombolysis, mechanical thrombectomy, angioplasty, and/or stenting of venous obstructions. (medscape.com)
  • The goals of endovascular therapy include reducing the severity and duration of lower-extremity symptoms, preventing PE, diminishing the risk of recurrent venous thrombosis, and preventing postthrombotic syndrome (PTS). (medscape.com)
  • For more information, see Deep Venous Thrombosis . (medscape.com)
  • The National Institutes of Health is a cosponsor for the Acute Venous Thrombosis: Thrombus Removal With Adjunctive Catheter-Directed Thrombolysis (ATTRACT) trial, currently enrolling patients. (medscape.com)
  • During a 30-month period, 684 attempted central venous catheter insertions were identified, including 126 surgically placed central venous catheters, 264 peripherally inserted central catheters by the nursing service, and 294 radiologically inserted peripheral ports. (nih.gov)
  • Charges for peripherally inserted central catheters were $401 per procedure, compared with $3870 for radiologically placed peripheral ports and $3532 to $4296 for surgically placed catheters. (nih.gov)
  • These include peripherally inserted central catheters, temporary for short-term use, and tunneled for long-term use. (radiologyinfo.org)
  • In Spain, in the 2016 EPINE (National Study of Nosocomial Infections), 49% of nosocomial bacteraemias were related to venous catheters [ 3 ]. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Mermel LA. Prevention of intravascular catheter-related infections. (cdc.gov)
  • References for the Updated Recommendations on the Use of Chlorhexidine-Impregnated Dressings for Prevention of Intravascular Catheter-Related Infections (2017) . (cdc.gov)
  • Comparison of Oligon catheters and chlorhexidine-impregnated sponges with standard multilumen central venous catheters for prevention of associated colonization and infections in intensive care unit patients: a multicenter, randomized, controlled study. (cdc.gov)
  • Prevention of central venous catheter related infections with chlorhexidine gluconate impregnated wound dressings: a randomized controlled trial. (cdc.gov)
  • Randomized controlled trial of chlorhexidine dressing and highly adhesive dressing for preventing catheter-related infections in critically ill adults. (cdc.gov)
  • Chlorhexidine-impregnated sponges and less frequent dressing changes for prevention of catheter-related infections in critically ill adults: a randomized controlled trial. (cdc.gov)
  • A randomized trial comparing povidone-iodine to a chlorhexidine gluconate-impregnated dressing for prevention of central venous catheter infections in neonates. (cdc.gov)
  • Impact of MaxZero™ needle-free connector on the incidence of central venous catheter-related infections in surgical intensive care unit. (bd.com)
  • The most common types of bacteria associated with catheter infections are Streptococcus spp, Staphylococcus spp, Escherichia coli , and Enterobacter spp. (cliniciansbrief.com)
  • Wearing gloves during catheter manipulation and keeping the bandage around the site clean and dry are appropriate measures to decrease risk for catheter-associated infections. (cliniciansbrief.com)
  • However, the risk of catheter-associated infections, the high cost of surgery, poor quality assurance, intense price competition in the domestic market mainly in Latin America and the Asia Pacific are liable for restraining the overall growth of catheters market globally. (researchandmarkets.com)
  • Rising heart diseases, cardiovascular, cancer, urinary tract infections, and other chronic diseases are noteworthy variables predictable for the growth & development of the global catheters market. (researchandmarkets.com)
  • 2 Traditionally, failure to achieve peripheral intravenous cannulation would lead to the placement of a central venous catheter. (aafp.org)
  • Placement of an ultrasound-guided peripheral intravenous line (USPIV) has become an essential skill for any emergency physician. (acep.org)
  • On patients with challenging vascular conditions, the SII can offer ultrasound guidance for peripheral IV (PIV) placement, often mitigating the need for central venous catheter placement in patients whose venous access is otherwise impeded. (fujifilm.com)
  • For critically ill patients (and for those patients for whom a peripheral IV is not possible), the SII is often used for ultrasound-guided CVC placement, drastically reducing the instance of pneumothorax (as opposed to the landmark method). (fujifilm.com)
  • With two built-in transducer connections, trauma specialists can rapidly go from eFAST exam (P19 transducer) to ultrasound-guided central venous catheter placement (with the L25 transducer). (fujifilm.com)
  • The original Seldinger technique was developed by radiologist Sven Ivar Seldinger in 1953 to allow large-bore catheter placement in peripheral arteries for angiography. (cliniciansbrief.com)
  • 2 Patency of the central venous system should not be considered sufficient evidence of adequate placement. (cliniciansbrief.com)
  • The modified Seldinger technique allows for placement of large-bore catheters in jugular veins, the pleural space, pulmonary arteries, and even hollow organs. (cliniciansbrief.com)
  • The report provides value, in millions of US dollars, volume (in units) and average price data (in US dollars), within market segments - Peripheral Venous Thrombectomy Devices and Embolectomy Balloon Catheters. (clickpress.com)
  • Market size for Clot Management Devices market segments - Peripheral Venous Thrombectomy Devices and Embolectomy Balloon Catheters. (clickpress.com)
  • New technology assessment in the electrophysiology catheters, PTCA (percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty) balloon catheters, and IVUS (Intravascular Ultrasound) catheters is gaining traction during the forecast period. (researchandmarkets.com)
  • Growing demand for microcatheters, specialty catheters, peripheral venous catheters PTCA balloon catheters, Foley catheters, and dialysis catheter products in hospitals are driving the growth of the market. (researchandmarkets.com)
  • In adults, MTX monitoring from central venous access is not inferior to monitoring from peripheral venipuncture. (lww.com)
  • In the United States, in the 1990s, more than 25 million patients had a peripheral venous line each year. (wikipedia.org)
  • It is estimated that approximately 70% of patients admitted to a hospital receive some type of venous catheter. (biomedcentral.com)
  • PATIENTS: Three hundred twenty-one arterial catheters in 252 adult and pediatric patients were observed for 1,082 catheter days, and 618 central venous catheters in 410 patients were observed for 4,040 catheter days. (edu.au)
  • 1 However, the increased availability and use of point-of-care ultrasonography may improve success rates for peripheral intravenous cannulation, with one study reporting that point-of-care ultrasound guidance reduced the need for a central venous catheter by 85% among patients with difficult access. (aafp.org)
  • This systematic review and meta-analysis included nine randomized controlled trials and one cohort study comprising 1,860 patients and compared ultrasound-guided peripheral intravenous cannulation with the palpation-only technique. (aafp.org)
  • Patients with hyperactive delirium can be restless and agitated and remove oxygen masks, urinary catheters or peripheral venous catheters. (helse-bergen.no)
  • The study shows the connection between urinary catheter and delirium is stronger in patients at the age of 80+ who have undergone TAVI, compared to patients who have undergone AVR. (helse-bergen.no)
  • Microbial colonization of intravascular catheter connectors in hospitalized patients. (bd.com)
  • The study randomized 92 patients to anticoagulation alone ( heparin or unfractionated heparin plus warfarin ) and 91 patients to anticoagulation plus PEVI using a range of technologies and techniques: manual aspiration, thrombotic therapy via catheter, and the Angiojet aspiration system, among others, with all patients also getting retrievable inferior vena cava filters. (medscape.com)
  • Training nurses to perform ultrasound guided venous puncture is an important issue to improve care for patients with indication for peripheral venous access, especially for those with difficult access. (bvsalud.org)
  • Williams A. Catheter occlusion in home infusion: the influence of needleless connector design on central catheter occlusion. (bd.com)
  • Dr Mohsen Sharifi (Arizona Cardiovascular Consultants, Mesa) presented mid-term results, at a mean of 30 months, from the Thrombus Obliteration by Rapid Percutaneous Endovenous Intervention (PEVI) in Deep Venous Occlusion (TORPEDO) at last week's TCT 2010 meeting. (medscape.com)
  • A peripheral venous catheter is the most commonly used vascular access in medicine. (wikipedia.org)
  • A catheter embolism may occur when a small part of the cannula breaks off and flows into the vascular system. (wikipedia.org)
  • With technologic advances in vascular catheters, a variety of options are available to physicians who care for children (see Table 1 below). (medscape.com)
  • 2. Maki DG, Ringer M. Risk factors for infusion-related phlebitis with small peripheral venous catheters. (bd.com)
  • The Pediatric Hemato-oncology Department performs a full array of bone marrow transplants (BMT) for children, sourced by self-donated (autologous) marrow, peripheral blood donations and donations from related or unrelated donors (allogeneic). (tasmc.org.il)
  • Thrombolytic therapy offers significant advantages over conventional anticoagulant therapy, including the prompt resolution of symptoms, the prevention of pulmonary embolism, the restoration of normal venous circulation, the preservation of venous valvular function, and the prevention of postthrombotic syndrome. (medscape.com)
  • The purposes of this study were to determine the incidence of central and peripheral venous catheter-related bacteraemias, the relationship between the suspected and final confirmed bacteraemia origins, and the differences in microbiological, epidemiological, clinical, and analytical characteristics between the groups, including evolution to death. (biomedcentral.com)
  • More and more interventional cardiologists are becoming interested in peripheral interventions with the rise of dedicated devices for these types of lesions. (medscape.com)
  • Cerebral air embolism can be within the arterial or venous systems. (radiopaedia.org)
  • 4. Caulfield A, Lansberg M, Marks M, Albers G, Wijman C. MRI Characteristics of Cerebral Air Embolism from a Venous Source. (radiopaedia.org)
  • Newer catheters have been equipped with additional safety features to avoid needlestick injuries. (wikipedia.org)
  • Peripheral venous catheters may also be used in the emergency treatment of a tension pneumothorax- they can be placed in the second intercostal space along the mid clavicular line in order to relieve tension before definitive management with a chest drain. (wikipedia.org)
  • Based on existing evidence, we have assigned a color recommendation of green (benefits greater than harms) for the use of ultrasound guidance for peripheral intravenous cannulation. (aafp.org)
  • Careful vigilance is required to prevent both acute and long-term catheter-related problems. (medscape.com)
  • Additionally, rising demand for disposable & sterile catheters, improvement in better reimbursement models, and new technology assessment in catheter technology are few factors driving the growth of the market. (researchandmarkets.com)
  • Long-term central venous access is becoming an increasingly important component of health care today. (nih.gov)
  • Long-term central venous access is important therapeutically for a multitude of reasons, including the administration of chemotherapy, antibiotics, and total parenteral nutrition. (nih.gov)
  • Central venous access can be established in a variety of ways varying from catheters inserted at the bedside to surgically placed ports. (nih.gov)
  • Traditional surgically placed central catheters are increasingly being replaced by peripherally inserted central venous access devices. (nih.gov)
  • For patient education resources, see the Circulatory Problems Center , as well as Venous Access Devices . (medscape.com)
  • It is complicated by factors such as the patient's age and size, the availability of venous access sites, and even the anticipated length of use. (medscape.com)
  • The length of anticipated use, which ranges from short-term or temporary to long-term and even permanent, must be considered when the decision is made to obtain access because this may affect the choice of catheter. (medscape.com)
  • Methotrexate Drug Monitoring From Central Access: Can Blood Sample Collection From Central Venous Access Replace Peripheral Venipuncture in Adults? (lww.com)
  • 0.1 µmol/L. After flushing with 10 mL of saline solution and discarding 10 mL of venous blood, blood was drawn from the central venous access through which MTX had previously been administered. (lww.com)
  • 1 Peripheral intravenous cannulation access can be challenging. (aafp.org)
  • There are two main types of venous access devices: peripheral and central catheters. (radiologyinfo.org)
  • Typical uses for central venous access include giving nutrition and blood products. (radiologyinfo.org)
  • The catheters are integral in managing complex medical conditions, particularly when peripheral venous access is either inadequate or unavailable. (yourlawyer.com)
  • The use of simulators makes it possible to advance in health education 1 , allowing the practice of procedures, improving the performance of health professionals in skills that require hand-eye coordination, such as the training for ultrasound-guided peripheral venous access (UGPVA), a clinical practice that is growing, since it has been reducing errors and increasing patient safety 2-4 . (bvsalud.org)
  • Peripheral short-term catheters are safe for giving many intravenous (IV) medications (eg, antibiotics), for providing maintenance IV fluids, and for blood sampling for laboratory tests. (medscape.com)
  • However, numerous fluids and medications (eg, hyperosmolar solutions and resuscitative drugs) cannot be given through peripheral catheters because of local and venous irritation. (medscape.com)
  • ZelanteDVT is the most powerful thrombectomy catheter in the market-leading AngioJet portfolio. (bostonscientific.com)
  • The AngioJet™ Thrombectomy System provides the power and flexibility to remove venous thrombus and restore flow in the most challenging of DVT cases. (bostonscientific.com)
  • Catheter-directed thrombolysis involves the acceleration of the body's natural thrombolytic pathway. (medscape.com)
  • The impact of bedside behavior on catheter-related bacteremia in the intensive care unit. (cdc.gov)
  • Advance the needle tip in conjunction with the transducer for 1-2 cm additionally to ensure enough of the catheter is in the vessel. (acep.org)
  • Before the Seldinger technique, this procedure required a large-bore needle (through which a narrower bore catheter was threaded), restricting its use to larger arteries and making vessel puncture more difficult. (cliniciansbrief.com)
  • 1 The sequence included needle puncture, guidewire threaded through needle, needle removed, flexible catheter threaded over guidewire, and guidewire removed. (cliniciansbrief.com)
  • 1 This process enabled a catheter of the same bore as the needle to be inserted percutaneously, rather than requiring surgical exposure or a large bore needle. (cliniciansbrief.com)
  • The primary modification was to use an introducer catheter (rather than a needle) to minimize entering other vessels. (cliniciansbrief.com)
  • Arrhythmias are possible, as the guidewire and/or catheter may be inadvertently advanced into the heart, making electrocardiogram monitoring essential. (cliniciansbrief.com)
  • The catheter is then fixed by taping it to the patient's skin or using an adhesive dressing. (wikipedia.org)
  • Additionally, noteworthy development in the ambulatory surgical centers, clinics, and cardiovascular centers has sustained the administrations of catheters due to its ease-of-usage, minimally invasive nature and improved competences. (researchandmarkets.com)
  • The ZelanteDVT catheter makes it possible to quickly remove large thrombus burden in veins and restore blood flow, giving you the power to dominate DVTs. (bostonscientific.com)
  • The Solent Omni and Proxi catheters provide the power and flexibility to remove thrombus in veins ≥ 3 mm. (bostonscientific.com)
  • Because central venous catheters are larger than a regular intravenous (IV) catheter and the veins in which they are placed are deeper, doctors usually inject a local anesthetic before doing the procedure. (msdmanuals.com)
  • citation needed] Blood sampling can be carried out at the time of insertion of a peripheral venous catheter or at a later time. (wikipedia.org)
  • This study aimed to evaluate the possibility of replacing peripheral blood sampling with blood samples from central venous catheters for therapeutic monitoring of MTX in adults. (lww.com)
  • When the stem cells are collected from the blood, after stimulating the stem cells with a hormone called G-CSF, the transplant is called a peripheral blood stem cell transplant. (ucsfhealth.org)
  • Currently, most transplant procedures involve collecting stem cells from the peripheral blood. (ucsfhealth.org)
  • When bone marrow or blood stem cells are infused into the recipient, they are administered through an intravenous catheter or central venous catheter, just like a blood transfusion. (ucsfhealth.org)
  • CVCs can be indicated for various procedures, including central venous pressure monitoring, blood sampling, parenteral nutrition, and IV fluid and hypertonic solution administration. (cliniciansbrief.com)
  • Central venous pressure reflects the pressure in the right atrium when it is filled with blood. (msdmanuals.com)
  • Only 25% of bottles collected from central venous catheters and 10% of bottles collected from peripheral venipuncture had sufficient blood sample volume. (medscape.com)
  • Furthermore, insufficient blood volume was more common in samples collected from peripheral venipuncture than in those obtained from central catheters (average, 2.5 mL less blood). (medscape.com)
  • Here, we report transmission of dengue virus to a peripheral blood stem cell recipient by a donor who had recently traveled to an area to which the virus is endemic. (cdc.gov)
  • 3M™ Tegaderm™ Transparent Film Dressings can be used to cover and protect catheter sites, and secure devices to the skin. (3m.com)
  • Rising medical tourism for surgery, usage of branded catheters with top applications, and adoption of advanced medical devices along with favorable reimbursement policies fuel the demand for catheters market worldwide. (researchandmarkets.com)