Complications associated with peripheral intravenous catheter in cats

This research aimed to identify risk factors associated with peripheral intravenous catheter (PIVC) complications in cats hospitalized in the critical care unit (CCU). This prospective, observational study was performed at a single veterinary teaching hospital between October 2022 and September 2023. Cats hospitalized in the CCU for ≥ 24 hours were evaluated for enrollment. Peripheral intravenous catheters were placed by trained personnel following a standardized protocol and monitored for complications. PIVC complications were classified as extravasation, phlebitis, dislodgement, occlusion, line breakage, or patient removal. One hundred and twenty cats were included. Median PIVC dwell time was 42.25 hours (range, 24.25 to 164.25 ...

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