*Closed system = Fully-integrated system that consists of an integrated extension tube, stabilization platform, and needle-free connectors.
*Compared to an open system.
†When used with an IV site securement dressing.
‡Compared with B. Braun Introcan Safety® catheter with Bard Statlock® IV Ultra stabilization device.
§Compared with an FEP catheter
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