Hypodermoclysis

Hypodermoclysis (pronunciation: hi-po-der-mo-kli-sis) is a medical procedure that involves the subcutaneous administration of fluids, particularly when intravenous administration is not available or not feasible. The term is derived from the Greek words 'hypo' meaning under, 'derma' meaning skin, and 'clysis' meaning washing.

Procedure

Hypodermoclysis is typically performed by inserting a needle into the subcutaneous tissue, usually in the thigh or abdomen. The needle is then connected to a bag containing the fluid to be administered, which is hung above the patient. The fluid is allowed to slowly drip into the subcutaneous tissue, where it is absorbed into the bloodstream.

Uses

Hypodermoclysis is often used in elderly patients who are dehydrated or unable to drink sufficient fluids. It can also be used to administer medications subcutaneously, particularly in palliative care settings.

Advantages and Disadvantages

The main advantage of hypodermoclysis is that it is less invasive than intravenous administration and can be performed by non-specialist healthcare workers. However, it is slower than intravenous administration and is not suitable for all types of fluids or medications.

Related Terms

• Subcutaneous tissue
• Intravenous therapy
• Dehydration
• Palliative care

See Also

• Subcutaneous injection
• Fluid replacement

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Hypodermoclysis
• Wikipedia's article - Hypodermoclysis

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