Smiths Medical 326600 - CATHETER, SAFETY. VIAVALVE, IV, 20'X1 1/4", EACH

The Smiths Medical 326600 ViaValve Safety IV Catheter is a professional-grade peripheral intravenous catheter designed for controlled vascular access in clinical care settings. Built for safety, visibility, and efficient insertion, this 20G x 1 1/4 inch IV catheter supports routine infusion therapy, medication administration, and blood-compatible access procedures when used according to facility protocol.

The ViaValve design combines a polyurethane catheter, radiopaque construction, blood-control functionality, and needle protection features to help clinicians establish IV access while reducing the risk of blood exposure and accidental needlestick injury. Its 20G size provides a balanced option for adult peripheral IV access where dependable flow and patient comfort are both important.

Key Benefits

• 20G x 1 1/4 inch size supports common adult peripheral IV access needs.
• Integrated blood-control valve helps reduce blood leakage during insertion and setup.
• Safety catheter design helps minimize accidental needle exposure after use.
• Radiopaque catheter material supports visibility under appropriate imaging conditions.
• Polyurethane construction offers flexibility for patient comfort and secure placement.
• Designed to support efficient catheter insertion, connection, and clinical workflow.
• Suitable for professional healthcare environments requiring dependable IV access products.

Compatibility and Applications

The Smiths Medical 326600 ViaValve Safety IV Catheter is intended for peripheral intravenous access where a 20G catheter and 1 1/4 inch length are clinically appropriate. It may be used with compatible IV administration sets, extension sets, needleless connectors, syringes, and standard infusion systems that meet facility requirements and manufacturer guidance.

Common applications include IV fluid administration, medication delivery, short-term peripheral venous access, emergency department access, outpatient infusion, hospital nursing units, procedural areas, and other clinical environments where safe and controlled vascular access is required.

Usage Guidelines

Use this product only by trained healthcare professionals following current institutional policies, aseptic technique, and the manufacturer instructions for use. Select the catheter gauge and length based on the patient condition, vein quality, prescribed therapy, expected flow needs, and clinical judgment.

• Inspect the package before use and do not use if the sterile barrier is damaged.
• Prepare the insertion site according to facility infection prevention protocols.
• Insert the catheter using approved peripheral IV technique.
• Confirm venous access before advancing and securing the catheter.
• Connect only compatible IV components using proper luer connection technique.
• Monitor the site routinely for infiltration, phlebitis, leakage, occlusion, pain, or other complications.
• Dispose of the introducer needle and catheter components in approved sharps or medical waste containers as required.

Certifications and Safety Standards

The Smiths Medical 326600 ViaValve Safety IV Catheter is designed for professional medical use and should be handled according to applicable healthcare facility policies, infection control standards, sharps safety procedures, and bloodborne pathogen precautions. The safety design supports clinical efforts to reduce accidental needlestick exposure and blood contact during IV catheter insertion and setup.

Users should always refer to the product packaging, labeling, and manufacturer documentation for the most current information regarding sterility, single-use status, storage requirements, indications, contraindications, and applicable regulatory details.

Comparison with Competitors

Compared with conventional peripheral IV catheters without blood-control technology, the ViaValve safety catheter is designed to help reduce visible blood leakage at the insertion site and support a cleaner setup process. Compared with standard non-safety catheters, its needle protection features are intended to help reduce the risk of accidental needlestick injury after catheter placement.

For facilities evaluating IV catheter options, the Smiths Medical 326600 ViaValve Safety IV Catheter offers a practical combination of blood-control performance, radiopaque catheter construction, polyurethane flexibility, and safety-focused design in a commonly used 20G x 1 1/4 inch configuration.

Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios

This product is typically used by nurses, emergency department clinicians, infusion specialists, anesthesia teams, outpatient care providers, and other trained healthcare professionals responsible for peripheral IV access. It is suitable for hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, urgent care facilities, infusion clinics, specialty practices, and other environments where safe vascular access is required.

Typical scenarios include starting a peripheral IV line for fluids, administering prescribed medications, preparing patients for procedures, supporting short-term venous access, and maintaining efficient IV access workflows while following sharps safety and infection prevention standards.

Best Practices for Use and Maintenance

• Choose the smallest appropriate catheter gauge that supports the prescribed therapy and flow requirement.
• Use proper skin antisepsis and allow the site to dry before insertion.
• Stabilize the catheter securely to reduce movement and the risk of dislodgement.
• Label and document catheter placement according to facility policy.
• Assess the insertion site frequently and respond promptly to signs of complications.
• Maintain catheter patency using approved flushing protocols.
• Replace dressings, connectors, and related components according to institutional guidelines.
• Do not reuse, resterilize, or repurpose the catheter after single-patient use.

Regulatory and Safety Information

The Smiths Medical 326600 ViaValve Safety IV Catheter is intended for clinical use by qualified healthcare personnel. It should be used only as directed in the manufacturer instructions for use and in accordance with applicable facility, local, state, and federal requirements. Proper training, aseptic technique, patient assessment, and device disposal are essential for safe use.

This product should not be used if the packaging is opened, damaged, contaminated, or past the labeled expiration date. Any adverse event, product concern, or suspected device malfunction should be reported through the appropriate facility process and supplier or manufacturer channels.

How to Order

Select the Smiths Medical 326600 CATHETER, SAFETY. VIAVALVE, IV, 20'X1 1/4", EACH and add it to your cart. Complete checkout with your preferred shipping and payment options. For bulk orders, quotes, or further assistance, contact CIA Medical customer service at (312)275-5850 or use the contact form on this page.