PICC Blockage
January 1st, 2018
Overview
Clinical Features
- Inability to flush the line
- Kinking of the line
- Pain
Causes of PICC Blockage
- Clot in the PICC
- Kinking of the PICC
Prevention
- Regular flushing of the line
- Regular checks to ensure the line is not kinked
Management
- Check for kinks, and remove the cannula if unable to flush.
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