Effects of different gauze folding patterns on local hemostasis after peripherally inserted central catheters

Objective To observe the effects of two different gauze folding patterns used in local hemostasis after peripherally inserted central catheters (PICC). Methods A total of 152 patients were selected and divided into two groups according to PICC date sequence as control group of 72 patients using 2.0 cm×2.0 cm little gauze to oppress the puncture point and observation group of 80 patients using 1.0 cm×1.5 cm gauze ball made by ourselves to oppress the puncture point. The oozing of the puncture point was observed in patients of the two groups. Results The hemostasis was better in the observation group than in the control group(χ2=15.88, P<0.01). No limb swelling happened to the patients in the observation group(χ2=58.064, P<0.01). There was statistically significant difference in hemostatic effect between the two groups. Conclusion The sterile gauze ball made by ourselves has a good effect on local hemostasis through oppressing the puncture point without any impact on blood circulation of limbs. Key words: Peripherally inserted central catherter; Sterility gauze ball; Local hemostasis