Cannulation of vessels using a spring-loaded device is revolutionising intravenous and intra-arterial cannulation. This podcast explains the indications and problems and offers a simple solution to help reduce the number of attempts to prevent infections and stop antimicrobial-resistant infections in hospitals.

ANAESTHESIA ANALGESIA: 1992;75:859-68 | DOI: 10.13140/RG.2.2.21289.54889

Cannulation of blood vessels is integral to managing seriously ill patients, especially neonates and infants. The procedure requires excellent hand control and considerable practice. Although it can be performed many times, i ...