Effectiveness of a Zinc Oxide Adhesive Securement Device in the Fixation of Midline and Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters in Hospitalized Adult Patients

"The standard care consists of:~* Application of hemostasis at the point of insertion for 2 minutes post puncture or until bleeding stops.~* Fix with clear polyurethane dressing (3M®-1655 Tegaderm™ IV), cyanoacrylate glue (SecurePortIV®) and silicone adhesive sutureless fixation device (3300MWA Grip-Lok®)."

"Alternative care consisted of:~* Application of haemostasis at the insertion site for 2 minutes post-puncture or until cessation of bleeding.~* Fixation with clear polyurethane dressing (3M®-1655 Tegaderm™ IV), cyanoacrylate glue (SecurePortIV®) and zinc oxide sutureless fixation device (2200NUZA Grip-Lok®)."

"The PICC lines used in the study will all be third-generation polyurethane and of the commercial brands:~* PowerPICC™ 4, 5 and 6 Fr from BD~* Maxflo expert™ 5 and 6 Fr from Vygon"

"The midline lines used in the study will be second or third generation polyurethane and of the commercial brands:~* PowerMidline™ 4 Fr from BD~* Arrow® Midline 4Fr from Arrow"

All punctures will be performed under ultrasound guidance.