by Jess Davis | Aug 27, 2020 | Medical Malpractice
What Are the Signs of Extravasation? “What are the signs of extravasation?” is an important question when determining malpractice after an extravasation injury. Get the answers here from our top-rated attorneys. When receiving IV (intravenous) treatment at a hospital...
by Jess Davis | Aug 27, 2020 | Medical Malpractice
What is an Extravasation Injury? “What is an extravasation injury?” is a common question from victims of IV-related medical malpractice incidents. Get the answers here from our award-winning medical malpractice lawyers. The placement of an IV (intravenous) catheter...
by Jess Davis | Mar 31, 2020 | Medical Malpractice
IV Infiltration Treatment IV infiltration, or the leaking of liquids into the surrounding tissue, is a common issue in IV therapy. It may occur when catheters become clogged or dislodged, resulting in IV fluids leaking from the vein and causing irritation. The signs...
by Jess Davis | Mar 31, 2020 | Medical Malpractice
IV Infiltration Complications IVs, or intravenous therapy, works by delivering liquids such as medications, blood, or saline, directly into a patient’s bloodstream via a needle. In fact, an IV works because a plastic piece called a catheter is introduced into the vein...
by Jess Davis | Mar 31, 2020 | Medical Malpractice
What is IV Infiltration? Intravenous therapy is a therapy where a needle or a syringe delivers fluids, like saline, directly into the veins. One of the most common reasons patients need intravenous therapy (IV therapy) is to replace fluids lost due to dehydration by...
