Catheter access in palliative care places different demands than in curative care. The goal is relief, not cure, and that changes what counts as a good outcome. Every complication that requires an extra procedure, a new insertion or a hospital visit takes time away from something else.
Fewer interruptions in treatment
A maintained, functioning access means pain relief, fluids and nutrition can be given without pauses.
Prevention of catheter-related infections
Fewer infections mean fewer treatments that add nothing for the patient at this stage.
Prevention of occlusions
An occlusion means flushing attempts, anxiety and in the worst case a change of access. Avoiding that is symptom relief in itself.
TauroLock™ and NutriLock™ are used to protect catheter access in palliative care. If you would like to discuss how it looks at your unit, you can meet us at this autumn’s conferences.