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Your intrathecal catheter and pump: Care instructions after surgery - 04/2010

Your intrathecal catheter and pump: Care instructions after surgery
Abstract

This handout gives instructions to follow after surgery that includes placement of an intrathecal catheter and pump. An intrathecal pump is a medical device used to deliver very small quantities of medications directly to the spinal fluid.

Author
Center for Pain Relief
Publisher
University of Washington Medical Center
Date Published (original date)
2010
Revision Date
04/2010
General Subject
Patient Care Procedures & Instructions
Surgery
Specific Subject/Keyword
Catheterization
Medical Devices
Medicine Information
Postoperative Care
Postoperative Teaching
Languages
English
Record ID
3726