Observational Study of Complications Related to Use of Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters

A Phase IV, Prospective Clinical Evaluation of Complications Related to the Use of Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters (PICC) - An Observational Baseline Multicenter Study.

The purpose of this study is to determine the rate and timing of interventions and complications related to the use of peripherally inserted central venous catheters in adult patients.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Male or Female Age > 18 years requiring central venous access
• Ability to comply with study requirements
• Written Informed Consent

Exclusion Criteria:

• Previous enrollment in study
• Current or recent upper extremity thrombosis, occlusion or stenosis
• Previous axillary lymph node dissection
• Skin inflammatory condition or rashes within 15 cm from insertion site
• Pre-existing history of hypercoagulability unrelated to malignant disease
• Participating in trial involving antithrombotic, anticoagulant or anti- infective drug therapies
• Positive blood culture within 48 hours from planned PICC placement
• Known, renal insufficiency with chronic creatinine levels > 1.7 mg/dl