Low-dose streptokinase for occluded Hickman catheters.
In 14 patients, 16 episodes of occluded Hickman catheters were evaluated by contrast venography. In 13 instances, a fibrin sheath occluding the distal catheter was observed. A mechanical problem was responsible for occlusion in three catheters. Low-dose streptokinase effectively restored lumen patency in 12 catheters (92%) occluded by a fibrin sheath.
D002404:Catheterization / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods*; D005337:Fibrin; D006801:Humans; D007263:Infusions, Parenteral / Q000379:methods*; D013300:Streptokinase / Q000008:administration & dosage*; D014683:Vena Cava, Superior
D005337:Fibrin; D013300:Streptokinase