PICC dislodgement can be one of the most serious complications. It has serious consequences that include not only financial coast and inconvenience but also extra hospital time. Of course, this also means time-consuming restarts, more invasive procedures, and delays in treatment. PICC movement, dislodgement or pistoning is one of the most common PICC issues. The success of PICC lines requires constant attention.
After having a central catheter inserted in their arm, some patients are told that their best option for covering and protecting the insertion site is a cut-off tube or tubular bandage. Walking around with a tubular bandage on your arm for that long is not exactly an appealing option, but leaving the site uncovered could cause infections or other problems. Well-known brands of a tube or tubular bandage are not latex-free and are also known as compression bandages, which cannot be worn while sleeping as this can be a risk to you and the inserted PICC line.
PICCsox® are designed to hold the PICC in position, cover and protect the PICC (peripherally inserted central catheter) that is placed in a patient’s arm. PICCsox® is an outside garment that protects PICCs from either dislodgement, movement, or accidental removal. Dislodgement is one of the most frequent PICC issues. This subsequently causes patient re- admission to hospital for a new PICC insertion.
Above all, PICCsox® assist in holding the PICC in position. They also protect the sterile dressing by providing a hypoallergenic barrier. This helps protect against harmful germs and ensures the area stays dry and clean.
Benefits
Hypoallergenic bamboo blend
Antimicrobial protection using Silpure
Mesh window for visibility
Easy care, durable, reusable, and washable
Australian owned
Six sizes available PICC protector
PICC health wear PICC cover
PICC securement
Attractive
Easy to wear
Protects from accidental dislodgement or removal
Inexpensive
Easy to purchase online
Comfortable
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PICC dislodgement has clinical and economic consequences that can include time- consuming restarts, yet another invasive procedure, and delays in treatment. However, we can recommend PICCsox® as additional PICC line securement for PICC line success. The success of PICC lines constantly requires new interventions, such as innovations in dressing and securement of PICCs.