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What Do They Put in Your Hand Before Surgery? Understanding IV Access

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Over 80% of hospital patients require a peripheral intravenous catheter during their stay, making the question of what do they put in your hand before surgery a common one. This essential device provides a lifeline for administering fluids, medication, and, most importantly, anesthesia for your procedure.

What Does a Cannula Look Like? A Guide to Medical Appearance and Variations

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A staggering one billion peripheral intravenous lines, a type of cannula, are used globally each year, making them one of the most common invasive medical procedures. But **what does a cannula look like**? The answer depends on its type, with appearances ranging from a simple oxygen tube to a complex, color-coded vascular access device.

How many types of cannula size are there? A Clinician's Guide

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Intravenous (IV) cannulation is one of the most common invasive procedures in healthcare, with up to 60% of hospitalized patients receiving one [1.6.6]. A key question for clinicians is, how many types of cannula size are there and which one is right for the procedure?