Abstract
We studied the success rate of the double catheter technique during umbilical vein catheter placement in 42 patients with a misdirected umbilical vein catheter. The misdirected catheter was left in place, and an additional catheter was inserted. X-ray films confirmed that successful placement was achieved in 50% of infants without significant adverse effects.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 591-592 |
Number of pages | 2 |
Journal | Journal of Pediatrics |
Volume | 139 |
Issue number | 4 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 2001 |
Externally published | Yes |