Peripheral intravenous cannula

Intended purpose

A short, thin tube intended to be inserted into a peripheral vein (typically on the hand/arm) to enable short-term (< 30 days) intravenous (IV) access for administration of fluids/medication and blood sampling. Also referred to as a peripheral IV catheter, it is typically assembled with a dedicated introduction needle, and usually includes connectors, injection ports, and wings for fixation. It is not intended to be advanced to the central vasculature. This is a single-use device.