| 摘要 |
This invention generally relates to devices, methods and kits for use in connection with catheters, and more particularly to devices, methods and kits for infusing a liquid into a catheter, such as, for example, transcutaneous body access catheter. In one aspect, the invention involves infusing a lock solution into an indwelling catheter for preventing occlusion of the catheter and for inhibiting infection. In another aspect, the invention involves infusing a saline solution itno an indwedlling catheter to flush the contents of the catheter form the distal end of the catheter. The invention is particularly useful in connection with intravascular infusion catheters and systems, and can also be used in connection with peritoneal dialysis catheters, chest tubes, urinary catheters and the like. |
