Abstract
Objective: To investigate the understanding of nursing professionals about the benefits and complications of hypodermoclysis in the treatment of patients affected by advanced cancer. Methods: This is a field research with a qualitative approach with thematic analysis. Eleven nursing professionals who work in a referral service in oncology located in the city of Campina Grande - PB participated in the investigation. The data collection period took place during the month of June 2018. A semi-structured survey was used to collect the data. The study was approved by the Research Ethics Committee. Results: Professionals reported that favoring quality of life, effective pain control, safe drug absorption, reduced risk of complications and ease of technique are the benefits of the subcutaneous route. In addition to pointing out the failure to implement the technique as a determinant for complications related to the subcutaneous route. Conclusion: Due to the scarce knowledge about Hypodermoclysis, it is necessary to invest in permanent health education, focused on the training of these professionals on the subject, in addition to the creation of protocols that address the subject, aiming at improving the quality of care provided and ensuring greater effectiveness of this health care.