Consider auditing catheter tip location if occlusion rates remain high
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Articles/References
Lee J, et al. Displacement of a power-injectable PICC following computed tomography pulmonary angiogram. Radiology Case Report 2017
Lee J, et al. Displacement of a power-injectable PICC following computed tomography pulmonary angiogram. Radiology Case Report 2017
- Case report and literature review related to PICC displacement or migration after contrast injection for radiologic study recommending review of catheter tip position following CT
- Laboratory testing indicates PICC tip migration following contrast media injection for CT is likely often unrecognized and underreported. Higher rates of saline flush administration associated with contrast injection may be the primary cause of catheter tip displacement
- Report of patients who experienced PICC catheter movement following injection of contrast for radiologic studies
Early prevention of occlusion via tPA prophylaxis
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Providers, Quality Department, Administration |
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Providers, Quality Department, Administration |
Articles/References
Goossens, GA. Flushing and locking of venous catheters: Available evidence and evidence deficit. Nursing Research and Practice 2015
Goossens, GA. Flushing and locking of venous catheters: Available evidence and evidence deficit. Nursing Research and Practice 2015
- A review of intravenous catheter flushing and locking describing techniques, sufficient volumes, and necessity. High risk associated with common flushing agents requires investigation of alternatives