Abstract
The in vitro use of arthroscopic irrigation tubing (AIT) to achieve intravenous flow rates superior to those of previously reported studies are described. Using AIT with a peripheral type of 12 GA. catheter, flow rates of 934 cc/min with gravity and 1,928 cc/min with pressure were achieved. AIT connected to a 12 FR. centraltype catheter yielded flow rates in excess of 2,000 cc and 3,000 cc/min with gravity and pressure, respectively. Such a delivery system may be lifesaving in situations where there are limited venous access sites or when there is a need for rapid volume resuscitation with limited personnel.
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