Paediatric anaesthesia & critical care
Local Adverse Events Associated with Peripheral Vasoactive Infusion in Children: A Systematic Review with Meta-analysis
Authors' conclusion
Based on the findings of this meta-analysis, the incidence rate of local adverse events associated with peripheral vasoactive infusion appears to be low.
Study context
- Population
- Critically ill children receiving vasoactive agents, including epinephrine and norepinephrine, via peripheral venous catheter or intraosseous access12 observational studies, 1 RCT
- Comparison
- Peripheral venous catheters or intraosseous access vs peripheral venous catheters only vs intraosseous access only
- Outcome
- Local adverse events associated with peripheral vasoactive infusion:
- E.g.
- Extravasation
- Infiltration
Methodological detailsupdated systematic review
- Updated systematic review
Pooled result
As reported in the abstract
Pooled incidence of local adverse events
Original publication
Local Adverse Events Associated with Peripheral Vasoactive Infusion in Children: A Systematic Review with Meta-analysis. J Cardiothorac Vasc Anesth. Published 13 August 2024. doi:10.
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