Factors related to the development of phlebitis in oncohematological patients

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https://doi.org/10.35381/s.v.v10i1.5025

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Blood diseases, phlebitis, patients, therapeutics, nursing, (Source: DeCS).

Abstract

Introduction: Nursing care in an oncohematological patient has become a challenge in nursing practice, especially when it comes to venous access management. Objective: The objective of this study is to identify the factors related to the development of phlebitis in oncohematological patients. Method: A systematic bibliographic review of Scielo, PubMed, SCOPUS literature was conducted. Results: The factors associated with the development of phlebitis are demographic, health, pharmacological, chemical and mechanical factors. In addition to inherent factors of the patient such as age, sex, among others. Conclusions: There are factors typical of nursing practice such as: correct cannulation technique, catheter location, among others, which are modifiable factors.

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Published

2026-02-15

How to Cite

Daquilema-Guamán, L. del R., Gómez Martínez , N., & Romero Fernández, A. J. (2026). Factors related to the development of phlebitis in oncohematological patients. Revista Arbitrada Interdisciplinaria De Ciencias De La Salud. Salud Y Vida, 10(1), 697–712. https://doi.org/10.35381/s.v.v10i1.5025