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NHS Resolution report - Extravasation (30 November 2022)

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Extravasation is the accidental leakage of any liquid from a vein into the surrounding tissues, which can cause serious harm to the patient. This report analyses the 467 claims relating to extravasation injuries received by NHS Resolution between 1 April 2010 and 1 December 2021. It includes information about specific injuries caused by extravasation, factors that led to injuries and specialities in which most injuries occurred.

NHS Resolution report - Extravasation (30 November 2022) https://resolution.nhs.uk/resources/extravasation/
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