Effectiveness of heparin versus 0.9% saline solution in maintaining the permeability of central venous catheters: a systematic review

• Main Authors: Eduardo José Ferreira dos Santos (Author), Maria Madalena Jesus Cunha Nunes (Author), Daniela Filipa Batista Cardoso (Author), João Luís Alves Apóstolo (Author), Paulo Joaquim Pina Queirós (Author), Manuel Alves Rodrigues (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: SciELO, 2015-12-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract OBJECTIVE Determining which is the most effective solution (heparin flush compared to 0.9% saline flush) for reducing the risk of occlusions in central venous catheters (CVC) in adults. METHOD The systematic review followed the principles proposed by the Cochrane Handbook; critical analysis...