Safelon—a new device to reduce needle‐stick injuries during intravenous cannulation

Abstract

A prospective evaluation was performed to assess the efficacy and ease of use of a novel self‐sheathing intravenous cannula with needle protection device (Safelon). Use of the device did not require significant change to the normal cannulation technique. Blood splashes during insertion and the risk of needle‐stick injury were reduced. Copyright © 1995, Wiley Blackwell. All rights reserved