Vein Visualisation In The Hospital

Over one(1) billion peripheral intravenous catheters (PIVC) are inserted annually, worldwide*.

As the point of first contact for many patients, the Department of Emergency Medicine (DEM) has a time and acuity challenge in getting IVs started quickly on some of the most critical patients.

Over 20% of the patients seen in the DEM are difficult venous access (DVA) patients**, highlighting the potential positive impact implementing a vein-finding device could have to efficiency and patient care. First stick access not only reduces waste and saves time, but greatly reduces patient discomfort & stress.

IVs are started and replaced throughout the hospital, 24 hours a day.

Experience and skill at starting IVs vary significantly, and the escalation team in most hospitals is not always readily available 24/7. Implementing vein visualisation via the use of the Nextvein Vein Finder, may help overcome the challenges of multiple sticks and unsatisfied patients.

Vein Finders can be implemented throughout the Standard of Care of multiple hospital departments

Important treatment decisions are based on blood test results. Obtaining a sample, quickly, with minimal patient pain is important in every setting.

Vein visualisation devices like the NextVein use infrared light technology to illuminate veins, making them more visible and easier to locate. This reduces the need for multiple needle attempts, which can be painful and distressing for patients, aiding the phlebotomist in finding a vein for cannulation or blood draw.

Obtaining vascular access in children can be stressful for the child, the family as well as the care provider. Small caliber veins, anatomical variations, along with child's anxiety, and withdrawal add to the difficulty of vein access.

Vein visualisation device support on the success of PIVC in paediatric patients aged 0 to 3 years has been shown to significantly reduce overall stick attempts, increase in first stick success by 48% leading to a dramatic improvement in patient pain and satisfaction.***

IVs, PICC lines and ports are used for infusion. NextVein can make IVs more successful the first time avoiding unnecessary escalation and painful patient experience.

Locating veins quickly and accurately with a vein finding device minimises the need for multiple needle attempts reducing additional discomfort and anxiety for patients whom may already be experiencing a great deal of discomfort. Enhanced vein access and reduced complications during frequent blood draws, intravenous (IV) therapy, or chemotherapy and other intravenous procedures. contribute to an overall improvement in the quality of care provided to oncology patients.

IV contrast is required for many procedures. Improving IV access with NextVein can assist with patient satisfaction and can increase patient confidence in the facility's technology and staff expertise.

Improving IV access with NextVein can offer numerous advantages to imaging centres by enhancing patient comfort, improving staff efficiency, and reducing the risk of complications. These devices can lead to cost savings and provide a better overall healthcare experience for patients, ultimately benefiting the imaging center's reputation and success.

Vein finders are in use worldwide to aid in locating veins and verifying sclerotherapy results.

These devices assist in finding veins and arteries accurately, which reduces tissue and vessel damage during surgery. This can lead to quicker patient recovery and lower chances of complications.

Long-term care facilities are called on to handle higher acuity patients who often need IVs. Escalation for unsuccessful IVs require expensive visit or return to hospital.

Long-term care and palliative patients often require regular blood tests or the insertion of IV lines. Vein finders help healthcare professionals locate veins more accurately, reducing the need for multiple attempts and minimising patient discomfort. Additionally, vein finders can increase healthcare providers' confidence in performing venipuncture, resulting in higher job satisfaction and potentially reducing the emotional strain of difficult procedures.

Vein finding devices, also known as venipuncture or vein visualisation devices, have become increasingly valuable tools in various healthcare settings, including peri-operative, outpatient, and ambulatory care.

Many vein finding devices are portable and easy to use, making them suitable for various healthcare settings, including ambulatory care and outpatient facilities. They can be used in a variety of patient populations, including paediatric and geriatric patients. By reducing the number of failed venipuncture attempts and complications, vein finders can contribute to cost savings in healthcare organisations.

Vein finding devices can also assist in the training of healthcare professionals, providing a visual aid for learning the techniques of venipuncture. This can be especially useful in outpatient and ambulatory care, where a diverse group of healthcare providers may require training.