In vitro evaluation of fluid reflux after flushing different types of needleless connectors.

CONCLUSIONS: Needleless connector is one of the main factors involved in keeping catheter patency. It is important to perform the best choice among the connectors available.An empirical reflux measurement, relative to the needleless connector and the catheter in use, can be obtained using an 18G cannula. PMID: 27443579 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: The Journal of Vascular Access - Category: Surgery Tags: J Vasc Access Source Type: research