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Subcutaneous Butterfly Lines for Medication Administration: Clinical Effectiveness, Cost-Effectiveness, and Guidelines

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Question

  1. What is the clinical effectiveness of subcutaneous butterfly lines primed and flushed with saline for the delivery of subcutaneous medication?
  2. What is the cost-effectiveness subcutaneous butterfly lines primed and flushed with saline for the delivery of subcutaneous medication?
  3. What are the evidence-based guidelines regarding the insertion, care, maintenance, and use of subcutaneous butterfly lines for the administration of medications and fluids?

Key Message

No relevant literature was identified regarding the clinical effectiveness or cost-effectiveness of subcutaneous butterfly lines primed and flushed with saline for the delivery of subcutaneous medication. In addition, no relevant evidence-based guidelines were identified.

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Subcutaneous Butterfly Lines for Medication Administration: Clinical Effectiveness, Cost-Effectiveness, and Guidelines Rapid Response January 3, 2019 View PDF
Last Updated : January 3, 2019