Use of peripherally inserted central venous catheters and midline catheters for palliative care in patients with cancer: a systematic review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs) and midline catheters (MCs) may offer convenient intravenous access, but evidence to support their place in palliative care is limited. This review aimed to assess catheter indications, utilization, complications, dwell time, and patient experiences in cancer patients receiving palliative care.

Methods

A systematic search for studies on catheter utilization for supportive or symptom treatment was conducted in Medline, Embase, CINAHL, Web of Science, Cochrane, and CENTRAL databases. Studies with a study population or a subgroup of palliative care cancer patients were included. Study quality was assessed using the Effective Public Health Practice Quality assessment tool.

Results

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SUBMITTER: Gravdahl E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11208250 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature