ivWatch Patient Monitoring for IV Infiltrations and Extravasations

ivWatch is cleared for use on any body mass, skin tone, age group and any PIV site.

Although infiltration rates vary across studies, published evidence suggests that peripheral IV failure rates—including infiltration—can exceed 50%, with some studies reporting rates up to 80% in high-risk neonatal populations. This makes early detection and prevention a critical aspect of neonatal care.

The system scans the site five times per second, resulting in about 18,000 assessments per hour. In contrast, manual inspection of IV sites is typically conducted once per hour or even less frequently, depending on staffing and protocols. While the Infusion Nurses Society (INS) recommends routine and frequent assessments, these are still bound by human limitations and are objective. The system continuously monitors the IV insertion site and identifies subtle changes in tissue characteristics—such as fluid accumulation—by analyzing shifts in light absorption and reflection. These changes often occur before any visible or palpable signs appear.

The system provides a real-time, objective alert when tissue changes suggest infiltration or extravasation, prompting timely and focused clinician evaluation.

ivWatch is cleared for use on any body mass, skin tone, age group, and any PIV site.

• NICU

• ICU

• Pediatrics

• Surgical/OR

• Anesthesiology

• Oncology

• Infusion Centers