Safe removal of long-term cuffed Hickman-type catheters.
The use of long-term venous access devices is increasing. Most devices are anchored by a cuff, usually made of Dacron. The disadvantage of such cuffs is that a cut-down procedure is required for their removal. This article presents a simple technique for removal of Hickman-type catheters, emphasizing avoidance of complications.
Galloway
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Leeds General Infirmary, Leeds LS1 3EX.
Bodenham
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D002405:Catheterization, Central Venous / Q000295:instrumentation*; D020878:Device Removal / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D013902:Radiography, Thoracic; D012449:Safety