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This protocol outlines a suggested approach to preparing catheter hubs prior to accessing the catheter for hemodialysis. It is based on evidence where available and incorporates theoretical rationale when published evidence is unavailable. Perform hand …

A central venous catheter (CVC) is a long, flexible tube your provider inserts into a vein in your neck, chest, arm or groin. It leads to your vena cava, a large vein that empties into your heart. A CVC helps you receive drugs, fluids or blood for emergency or long-term treatment.

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Maintenance and Removal of Central Venous Catheters

Central venous catheters (CVCs) can be in place from hours to weeks or longer and are manipulated by a multitude of staff members. CVCs are accessed many times while in place, to deliver fluids and medications and to collect blood specimens.

Assess or check the vascular access and surrounding area by physical exam prior to every CVC connection Use a catheter care protocol (e.g. such as CDC tool kit) for exit site and hub care to reduce the risk of catheter related

Hemodialysis-central venous catheter (HD-CVC) insertion is a most often performed procedure, with approximately 80% of patients with end-stage kidney disease in the United States initiating kidney replacement therapy through a HD-CVC.

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accessing a CVC is high. Ways to reduce the risk: a) Use needle-less HD connectors at all times for all patients dialyzing with a CVC. b) Clamp CVC limbs prior to flushing/connect/disconnect procedures (rationale: in case connector becomes loose or damaged). 2. When connecting CVCs, check the CVC is secure: