Overview
The goal of this observational study is to learn about the effect on midline catheter outcomes when infusing irritant medications through midline catheter. The main questions it aims to answer are:Identify the current situation of infusing irritant medications through midline catheter;Explore the effect on midline catheter outcomes when infusing irritant medications through midline catheter;Identify specific medications that affect catheter outcomes.
Description
First, the patients were divided into two groups according to whether irritant medications were infused or not,then observed the rate of complications between the two groups.Second, grouped according to the irritant medications, Identify specific medications that affect catheter outcomes through statistical analysis.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria:
- Age ≥14 years old
- Patients who had a midline catheter
Exclusion Criteria:
- Patients who received vesicant medications through the midline catheter
- Patients who had both a midline catheter and a central vascular access device