Complications of Midline Catheter in Surgical Children

Last updated: May 11, 2025
Sponsor: Seoul National University Hospital
Overall Status: Active - Recruiting

Phase

N/A

Condition

N/A

Treatment

midline catheter insertion during general anesthesia

Clinical Study ID

NCT06979167
2503-174-1626
  • Ages 1-18
  • All Genders

Study Summary

The goal of this observational study is to understand the incidence and risk factors of complications associated with midline catheter placement in pediatric patients (under 18 years old) undergoing general anesthesia. The main questions it aims to answer are:

What is the overall complication rate (including malfunction, bleeding, thrombosis, inflammation, and infection) after midline catheter placement in children?

What factors (e.g., age, weight, vein diameter, insertion site, catheter maintenance duration) are associated with a higher risk of complications?

Participants will:

Receive a midline catheter during surgery under general anesthesia.

Undergo ultrasound-guided assessment of the catheter site immediately after placement, 24 hours later, and before the catheter is removed.

Be monitored for any complications related to the catheter, including infection, blood clots, or blockage.

This study will help identify which factors increase the risk of complications, improving the safe use of midline catheters in pediatric patients.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Pediatric patients under 18 years of age

  • Scheduled to undergo general anesthesia for surgery at Seoul National UniversityChildren's Hospital.

  • Clinically indicated for midline catheter insertion as determined by the attendinganesthesiologist.

Exclusion

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Patients requiring central venous catheter (CVC) insertion instead of a midlinecatheter.

  • Known coagulation disorders.

  • History of severe thrombosis.

  • Any other conditions that, in the investigator's judgment, make the patientunsuitable for the study.

Study Design

Total Participants: 50
Treatment Group(s): 1
Primary Treatment: midline catheter insertion during general anesthesia
Phase:
Study Start date:
April 21, 2025
Estimated Completion Date:
March 04, 2028

Connect with a study center

  • Seoul National University Children's Hospital

    Seoul, 03080
    Korea, Republic of

    Active - Recruiting

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