Comparing the effect of warm moist compress and Calendula ointment on the severity of phlebitis caused by 50% dextrose infusion: A clinical trial

Abstract

Background: One of the important hypertonic solutions is 50% dextrose. Phlebitis is the most common complication of this solution, the management of which is quite necessary. Regarding this, the present study aimed to compare the effect of warm moist compress and Calendula ointment on the severity of phlebitis caused by 50% dextrose infusion.