Publications
A collection of scientific publications, case studies, and white papers about the Macy Catheter and utilization of the rectal route for medication and fluid administration.
First Use of a New Device for Administration of Buspirone and Acetaminophen to Suppress Shivering During Therapeutic Hypothermia
Therapeutic Hypothermia and Temperature Management
Transforming Medication and Fluid Administration in Post Acute Care
A review of the practical application of rectal delivery using the Macy Catheter in hospice and palliative care
Mitigating the labor crisis in post-acute care
Strategies for improving nurse efficiency and retention through adoption of the Macy Catheter
Current Updates in Rectal Infusion of Fluids and Medications
Current Emergency and Hospital Medicine Reports
Macy Catheter: Integration and Evaluation in a Hospice Setting to Provide Symptom Relief During End-of-Life Care
The Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing
Evaluation of the Macy Catheter: a rectal catheter for rapid medication and fluid administration
Expert Review of Medical Devices
Pharmacokineteics of Phenobarbital in Microenema via Macy Catheter vs Suppository
Journal of Pain and Symptom Management
A Cost and Quality Analysis of Utilizing a Rectal Catheter for Medication Administration in End-of-Life Symptom Management
Journal of Pain & Palliative Care Pharmacotherapy
Case Study: A New Intervention for Rapid End-of-Life Symptom Control in the Home Setting
Journal of Hospice and Palliative Nursing
Decreasing Hospital Transfers in the Skilled Nursing Setting Utilizing a Rectal Administration Catheter for Treatment of Changes in Patient Condition:
A Preliminary Case Series Study
An alternative for rapid administration of medication and fluids in the emergency setting using a novel device
American Journal of Emergency Medicine
A Novel Approach for the Administration of Medications and Fluids in Emergency Scenarios and Settings
Journal of Online Video Education
Safe and effective administration of lactulose retention enema in the ED using specialized rectal medication administration catheter
American Journal of Emergency Medicine
Rectal Instillation of Cold Fluids for Targeted Temperature Management After Cardiac Arrest
Therapeutic Hypothermia and Temperature Management
Do you have detailed questions about the Macy Catheter and/or the rectal route?
Do you have detailed questions about the Macy Catheter and/or the rectal route?
Testimonials
A Macy Moment with Dr. Lilly Chen, MD
Testimonial | Ohio’s Hospice at Dayton
Dr. Wendy Schmitz, MD
Dr. Wendy Schmitz, MD
A Hospice and Palliative Care specialist shares an experience she had while providing care for a patient who was having a hard time swallowing and needed help receiving medication. She also explains how she pursues rectal catheters despite cultural pushback.
A physician explains why the Macy Catheter became a standard of practice at her agency.
A Macy Moment with Dr. Lilly Chen, MD
A Hospice and Palliative Care specialist shares an experience she had while providing care for a patient who was having a hard time swallowing and needed help receiving medication. She also explains how she pursues rectal catheters despite cultural pushback.
Testimonial | Ohio’s Hospice at Dayton
Dr. Wendy Schmitz, MD
A physician explains why the Macy Catheter became a standard of practice at her agency.
Every time I’ve used a Macy Catheter, the patient is already comfortable within 15-20 minutes.
Melissa Snodgrass-Wold, LPN
Hospice Nurse – Hospice of the Northwest
Every time I’ve used a Macy Catheter, the patient is already comfortable within 15-20 minutes.
Melissa Snodgrass-Wold, LPN
Hospice Nurse – Hospice of the Northwest
Is the Macy Catheter right for you?
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Ask the Hospi team about the impact that the Macy Catheter can have on your agency or how to access the device through your healthcare provider.
Easily find product information, publications, training videos, testimonials, and webinars.