Abstract
Hypodermoclysis (HDC) is a well-known method of providing symptom control in terminally ill patients. In this article we make reference to two previous reports describing our use of HDC and a new method of subcutaneous narcotic delivery called the Edmonton Injector (EI). The rationale for using HDC mainly for rehydration and the EI when subcutaneous narcotics are needed is explored. The controversy surrounding the treatment of dehydration in the terminally ill is examined. Finally, the advantages on our palliative care unit of the convenience, increased flexibility, and cost and time saving of these two treatment methods are discussed.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 5-8 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Journal of palliative care |
Volume | 7 |
Issue number | 4 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 1991 |
Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Medicine