A cannula is a small plastic tube inserted into the vein in your arm or at the back of your hand in order to deliver your intravenous medicine.
Caring for your cannula at home
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Our emergency departments are currently extremely busy, and you may face a long wait to be seen. More information is available on alternative services.
A cannula is a small plastic tube inserted into the vein in your arm or at the back of your hand in order to deliver your intravenous medicine.