Use of Polyethylene Tubing in Intravenous Therapy for Surgical Patients

The haemodynamics of human septic shock*

“…This material was found to be superior to rigid metal cannulae, particularly if fluid infusions were required for more than a few hours [33]. The basilic vein in the antecubital fossa was the preferred site, and a sterilised length of tubing was inserted percutaneously into the vein through an 18G or 13G needle [34]. Although this technique was more convenient than a formal cut-down, it nevertheless required a sterile procedure for insertion.…”

The Hyperglycemic Reaction of Alarm in Surgery

“…Untreated, this reaction of hyperglycemia has been observed to become progressively worse, unto death. 1635 Medical Arts Building (2).…”

Principles in the Management of the Aged Surgical Patient

“…The conventional method of administration through a regular intravenous needle is unsatisfactory. A small polyethylene tube threaded into the basilic vein can be used satisfactorily for several days (6). With this method, solutions of even greater caloric value can be administered.…”