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What is SecurAcath?

SecurAcath is a subcutaneous catheter securement system. The device utilizes a small anchor (securement feet) placed just beneath the skin at the catheter insertion site and attached to the catheter shaft.

SecurAcath offers a single application solution that stabilizes the catheter beneath the insertion site, throughout the entire catheter dwell time. This offers clinician confidence, ease and success for the needed care for venous catheters.

Learn more at SecurAcath.com

Why SecurAcath?

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    Improve Patient Outcomes

    • Significantly Reduces Risk of CLABSI
      • University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) analyzed 7,779 patients over four years of Central Line Associated Bloodstream Infection (CLABSI) data1
      • Analysis compared outcomes of patients whose PICCs were secured with a SecurAcath to those secured with an adhesive device1
      • Adhesive device had a 288% increase in risk of CLABSI compared to SecurAcath1
    • Dramatically Decreases Catheter Dislodgement
      • Catheter dislodgement defined as accidental removal or movement that resulted in loss of function
      • SecurAcath clinical data publications show very low dislodgement rates of 0–1.6%2-7
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    Increase Quality of Care

    • Prevents Catheter Movement
      • Improved stability may promote healing at insertion site which acts as a natural barrier to infection
      • May reduce phlebitis, thrombosis and infection
    • Allows 360 Degree Site Cleaning While Secured
      • Excellent cleaning access around the entire insertion site
      • Catheter remains stable and secure during cleaning
      • Improved stability and cleaning may help reduce infections
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    Reduce Total Cost of Patient Care

    • Improves Efficiency – One SecurAcath secures for the life of the line
      • Catheter remains secure during dressing changes
      • Saves time during routine dressing changes
      • Dressing change can be done 41% faster8
    • Eliminates Costly Suture Needle Stick Risk
      • 385,000 sharps injuries to healthcare workers in the U.S. annually, over 2 million globally9
      • 22% are caused by suture needles10
      • Average cost to hospital of up to $3766 per exposure11
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    The SecurAcath device is indicated for catheter securement to the access site by means of subcutaneous anchors in:

    • Short or long-term securement of percutaneous indwelling catheters for intravenous use
    • Short or long-term securement of percutaneous indwelling catheters for abscess/general drainage

    Instructions for Use

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    Clinical Evidence & Resources

    • Read through the collection of SecurAcath publications regarding the use and effectiveness of the SecurAcath securement device:
    • Access the library of Clinician Resources including procedural and instructional videos, materials, and the eLearning platform.
    • Free On-Demand Webinars featuring some of the finest thought-leaders in healthcare specialties such as Infection Prevention and Vascular Access.
    • Here you will find a collection of issues we think acute caregivers want and need to know about. We understand the challenges faced by hospitals in the US today, and we want to deliver practical information that can be applied to your daily practice.
    • 24 Hour Clinical Information Line: U.S. 800-225-0000
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How Does SecurAcath Work?

  • Small, blunt, nitinol securement feet are placed just beneath skin right at the catheter insertion site
  • Cover is snapped onto base to affix to catheter shaft
  • No sutures or additional skin punctures are needed
  • No adhesives needed for securement
  • Remains in place for life of catheter
  • Works with venous access and general/abscess drainage catheters

Ordering Information

Order Number Size Quantity
400130 3F Box (10 each)
400140 4F Box (10 each)
400110 5F Box (10 each)
400150 6F Box (10 each)
400120 7F Box (10 each)
400160 8F Box (10 each)
400170 9F Box (10 each)
400180 10F Box (10 each)
400200 12F Box (10 each)

Additional SecurAcath® Product Information

  • Not made with natural rubber latex
  • MRI Conditional

More information at www.securacath.com

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References

1. Rowe, et al, “Catheter Securement Impact on PICC-related CLABSI: A University Hospital Perspective” American Journal of Infection Control, Open Access, June 17, 2020

2. Brescia, et al, “Subcutaneously anchored securement for peripherally inserted central catheters: Immediate, early, and late complications.” Journal of Vascular Access (2021) June

3. McParlan et al, “Intravascular catheter migration: A cross-sectional and health-economic comparison of adhesive and subcutaneous engineered stabilisation devices for intravascular device securement.” Journal of Vascular Access (2020) Jan;21(1):33-38.

4. Pittiruti, et al. “Clinical experience of a subcutaneously anchored sutureless system for securing central venous catheters.” British Journal of Nursing (2019) Jan 24;28(2):S4-14.

5. Zerla et al. “Evaluating Safety, Efficacy, and Cost-Effectiveness of PICC Securement by Subcutaneously Anchored Stabilization Device.” Journal of Vascular Access 18.3 (2017):238-242.

6. Dolcino et al. “Potential Role of a Subcutaneously Anchored Securement Device in Preventing Dislodgement of Tunneled-Cuffed Central Venous Devices in Pediatric Patients.” Journal of Vascular Access 18.6 (2017):540-545.

7. Hughes, Meinir Elen. “Reducing PICC migrations and improving patient outcomes.” British Journal of Nursing 23:Sup1, (2014): S12-S18.

8. 14. Gossens, et. al., SecurAstaP trial: securement with SecurAcath versus StatLock for PICCs, a randomised open trial. BJM 2018

9. Bouya S, et al. “Global Prevalence and Device Related Causes of Needle Stick Injuries among Health Care Workers: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Annals of Global Health.” 2020;86(1):351–358. doi: 10.5334/aogh.2698

10. Cooke C, Stephens J. “Clinical, Economic, and Humanistic Burden of Needlestick Injuries in Healthcare Workers.” Medical Devices: Evidence and Research. 2017:10

11. Lee J, Botteman M, Nicklasson L. “A Systematic Review of the Economic and Humanistic Burden of Needlestick Injury in the United States.” Am J Infect Control. 2004;32(3):E43. doi: 10.1016/j. ajic.2004.04.064