Subcutaneously anchored securement system versus a traditional sutureless securement device for prevention of Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter dislodgement: a randomised controlled trial
Funding source:
Darling Downs Health Hospital Foundation Grant
Background
The primary objective of this study is to demonstrate that a securement of PICCs with SASS decreases the risk of catheter dislodgement (partial or total) compared to securement with SSD in adult patients.
Methods: Superiority randomised controlled trial. We will determine clinical and cost-effectiveness of SASS compared to standard dressing and securement for adults requiring insertion of PICC at Toowoomba Base Hospital.
Participants: Patients 16 years of age or older requiring PICC insertion in Medical Imaging at TBH.
Australia New Zealand Clinical Trials Registry Number: ACTRN12625000536460
Project members
UQ investigators
- Professor Andrew Martin
External investigators
- Professor Josh Brynes
- Associate Professor Evan Alexandrou
- Ms Emma Jane Baker
Partner organisations
- Darling Downs Health – Toowoomba Hospital
- Griffith University