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How to Flush your Midline Catheter

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Mar 3, 2024.

What do I need to know about flushing my midline catheter?

Your healthcare provider will tell you how often to flush your catheter. He or she will also tell you how much saline to use to flush the catheter. Your provider will also tell you if you also need to use heparin. Always flush your catheter before and after you get medicine through it. If you have more than one port, you will need to flush each port.

How do I flush my midline catheter?

Always flush with saline first, if you also use heparin.

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