Set/catheters in peripheral

Intravenous (peripheral) catheteris a medical device intended for the long - term administration of drugs to peripheral veins (up to 3 days) patient) in order to reduce the trauma of the vein by means of a hollow needle (introductor). The needle is removed immediately after insertion of the catheter into the vein.
Peripheral venous catheter (catheter in vein) - inserted into the area of the arm, neck or head. The other end of the catheter is free, the necessary preparation is introduced through it.
Often an intravenous catheter is used in cancer patients who need to inject drugs intravenously for a long time, for example, chemotherapy drugs, as well as nutrient solutions, blood products and others.