Subcutaneous hydration and medications infusions (effectiveness, safety, acceptability): A systematic review of systematic reviews.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

To synthesize the current evidence for subcutaneous hydration and medication infusions from systematic reviews and to assess their methodological quality.

Introduction

Peripheral intravascular cannula/catheter insertion is a common invasive procedure for administering fluids and medications. Venous depletion is a growing concern for several patient populations. Subcutaneous access for the administration of isotonic solutions and medications is an alternative; however, vascular access assessment and planning guidelines rarely consider this route.

Methods

Systematic review of systematic reviews (PROSPERO CRD42018046504). We searched 6 databases published in English language from 1990 to June 2020, identifying subcutaneous infusions an alternate route for fluid

SUBMITTER: Broadhurst D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7446806 | biostudies-literature | 2020

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature