Reason analysis for incidence of thrombophlebitis in lung cancer patients undergoing peripherally inserted central catheter / 中国实用护理杂志

ABSTRACT

Objective To explore the reason of incidence of thrombophlebitis in lung cancer patients undergoing peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) in order to seek appropriate nursing measures. Methods Reason analysis for incidence of thrombophlebitis in lung cancer patients undergoing peripherally inserted central catheter was carried out from August 2002 to June 2005. Results Blood stasis, vacular endangium injury by repeated puncture and uncorrect tube-sealing technique could cause thrombophlebitis. Conclusions Thrombophlebitis of lung cancer patients after PICC should not be ignored. We should give effect measures to prevent its occurrence.