Understanding a Common Medical Event: What is Meant by Extravasation of Blood?
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With an estimated 54% of peripheral intravenous catheters (PVCs) failing before their intended use is complete, it's crucial to understand related complications [1.8.6]. One such issue is learning what is meant by extravasation of blood, a leakage from a blood vessel into surrounding tissue [1.2.4].
