Transparent polyurethane dressings (TPDs) v gauze dressings*
| Outcome | TPD | Gauze | RRR (95% CI) | NNT (CI) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| *Abbreviations in table defined in glossary; RRR, NNT, and CI calculated from data in article. | ||||
| Catheter dislodgment | 5.6% | 14.9% | 62.7% (12.6 to 84.3) | 11 (6 to 67) |
| Phlebitis | 1.9% | 3.3% | 44.0% (−156 to 87.9) | Not significant |
| Infiltration | 17.6% | 20.7% | 14.9% (−44.4 to 50.1) | Not significant |