Why use ivWatch®?
The Problem
IV's can rupture a patient's vein and cause intravenous infiltration, which can lead to expensive medical complications.
For more details on what intravenous infiltration is and its risks,
check out the
intravenous infiltration page.
The Solution
ivWatch
® can detect and prevent the complications of intravenous infiltration. ivWatch
® is a noninvasive
self-contained bedside unit consisting of a disposable skin contact sensor and an electronic unit
that will notify a nurse if infiltration is detected.