Central venous catheter occlusion: successful management strategies
Andris, D.A.; Krzywda, E.A.
Medsurg Nursing Official Journal of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses 8(4) 229-236; Quiz: 237-238
1999
ISSN/ISBN: 1092-0811 PMID: 10661159 Document Number: 509029
Catheter occlusion is the most common noninfectious complication seen with longterm central venous access devices. Medical-surgical nurses frequently encounter these devices both in the hospital and home and are in a key position to recognize catheter occlusions and institute appropriate treatments. The etiology of catheter occlusion, its clinical evaluation, prevention, and treatment strategies will be reviewed.