Use of ultrasound for central venous access

Brian Garibaldi*, David Feller-Kopman

*Corresponding author for this work

Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceedingChapter

Abstract

The use of ultrasound to guide central venous access has been suggested as one of the most important measures we can incorporate into our daily practice to improve patient safety. Though many physicians have embraced this recommendation, up to 41% do not agree that ultrasound guidance should be the standard of care for placement of central venous catheters in the internal jugular vein. This likely stems from a lack of knowledge of the relevant data as well as unfamiliarity with the technique. This chapter will review the evidence supporting ultrasound guidance for central venous access, review the technique, and suggest a program to allow for sufficient training.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publicationClinical Chest Ultrasound
Subtitle of host publicationFrom the ICU to the Bronchoscopy Suite
Pages69-75
Number of pages7
DOIs
StatePublished - 2009

Publication series

NameProgress in Respiratory Research
Volume37
ISSN (Print)1422-2140
ISSN (Electronic)1662-3932

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine

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