Effects of Vein Width and Depth on Ultrasound-Guided Peripheral Intravenous Success Rates

Abstract Background: Increasing numbers of operators are learning to use ultrasound to guide peripheral intravenous (i.v.) catheter insertion in patients with difficult access. Unfortunately, failed cutaneous punctures are common. Some veins seen on ultrasound may be better choices than others. Obje...

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Veröffentlicht in:The Journal of emergency medicine 2010-07, Vol.39 (1), p.70-75
Hauptverfasser: Witting, Michael D., MD, MS, Schenkel, Stephen M., MD, MPP, Lawner, Benjamin J., DO, EMT-P, Euerle, Brian D., MD, RDMS
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