Ultrasound-assisted drug delivery for treatment of venous thrombosis: a case study.
Ultrasound-assisted drug delivery is a relatively new medical intervention that combines low-intensity ultrasound waves with infusion of a thrombolytic agent directly into a thrombosed vein. Studies have demonstrated that clots are eradicated faster, more completely, and with fewer bleeding events with the use of ultrasound-assisted drug delivery for treatment of deep vein thrombosis compared to that of traditional therapies. Critical care nurses are responsible for preprocedure assessment and teaching and continuous monitoring of the patient during therapy for effectiveness and potential complications. An advantage of this technology from a nursing perspective is the minimal amount of time required for monitoring the drug delivery system, allowing greater focus on patient assessment and care.
Marchiondo
Kathleen
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Western Michigan University, Bronson School of Nursing, 1903 W. Michigan Ave., Kalamazoo, MI 49001, USA. kathleen.marchiondo@wmich.edu
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D002408:Catheters, Indwelling / Q000009:adverse effects*; D005268:Femoral Vein; D005343:Fibrinolytic Agents / Q000008:administration & dosage*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D010959:Tissue Plasminogen Activator / Q000008:administration & dosage*; D014464:Ultrasonic Therapy; D018084:Ultrasonography, Interventional; D020246:Venous Thrombosis / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000209:etiology
D005343:Fibrinolytic Agents; D010959:Tissue Plasminogen Activator