Devices for Neonatal Peripheral Catheterization and Tip Confirmation: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Peripheral intravenous catheterization is commonly required in sick neonates but remains challenging due to small vessels, leading to multiple attempts and complications. This review evaluated the benefits and harms of device-assisted techniques versus standard technique.

Methods

We searched MEDLINE, Embase, CENTRAL, Cochrane Reviews, WHO ICTRP, and ClinicalTrials.gov (October 2024) for randomized controlled trials (RCTs). Data collection and analysis followed Cochrane methodology.

Results

We included 12 RCTs (1,251 neonates). Devices were used for placement in 5 studies (417 neonates) and tip confirmation in 6 studies (740 neonates). One study used ultrasound for both PICC placement and tip confirmation (94 neonates). Devices may increase first-attempt s

SUBMITTER: Shcherbatiuk K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12700586 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature