Use of Plastic Cannulae for Nocturnal HD Wins Award

In Singapore, nurses noted that 30% of in-center nocturnal HD patients dropped out due to fear and pain from steel needles—so they switched to plastic cannulae. This change resulted in 85% less anxiety and 63% less fear.

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Tags: In center Nocturnal HD, Fear, Pain, Anxiety, Steel Needles, Plastic Cannulae

Plastic vs. Metal Hemodialysis Needles: An International Nurse Survey

Plastic HD needles help prevent infiltration and hematomas, especially in elbow-located, new, or fragile fistulae—yet most countries continue to use cheaper metal needles. A nurse survey found strong resistance to plastic cannulae among respondents. Reduction in adverse access events may reduce costs, staff time, and patient distress.

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Tags: Plastic HD Needles, Plastic Cannulae, Infiltration, Hematomas