how long can uvc be safely in
When the catheter tip is in a good position a UVC can be left in place for at least 14 days without increased risk of complications and one study suggests up to 28 days is safe. Butler-O'Hara et al, randomised UVC s inserted at birth to either be replaced with a PIC line at 7 to 10 days or to be left in for 28 days. There was a non-significant trend to a higher infection rate in the longer duration group but no difference in other complications.