Abstract: Objective To observe the risk of disposable latex T-shape catherter in the clinic, so as to explore the measures to improve the safety of clinical use. Methods 698 cases with disposable Latex T-shape Catherter clinical observation between October 2014 and June 2015 were retrospectively analyzed. Results 138 cases involved the application scope of product overused, 20 cases were suspected medical devices adverse events, the catherter indwelling time up to 180 days. Conclusion Generally, medical devices have risks, the weak awareness of security easily leads to a variety of risks. Therefore, raising awareness of the safe use of medical staff and enhancing risk management ability of manufactarers are the main routes to improve product safety.

Key words: Latex T-shape Catherter, clinical use, safety