Evidence · Randomised trial
Ultrasound-Guided Cannulation of the Great Saphenous Vein in Neonates: A Randomized Study.
Randomised trialAmerican Journal of Perinatology2023Full text
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Summary
This randomised controlled trial of 100 neonates compared ultrasound-guided cannulation of the great saphenous vein with the standard single-wall puncture technique for epicutaneo-caval catheter (PICC) placement. Ultrasound guidance with dynamic needle tip positioning gave higher first-attempt and overall success rates and shorter procedure times. It is relevant to clinicians and advanced nurse practitioners who place central lines in neonatal units.
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