A loop technique for the safe, secure, and convenient fixation of subclavian central venous catheters to the chest wall. Academic Article uri icon

Overview

abstract

  • Central venous catheters are placed frequently at our institution. Residents are taught the technique of subclavian line placement starting in their first year of training. Frequently the teaching stops once the line is in the vein. We have developed a method of fixation for subclavian central venous catheters that provides a safe, secure, and convenient means of fixation to the chest wall. The central venous catheter can be inserted by that technique with which the physician is the most comfortable and familiar.

publication date

  • June 1, 2003

Research

keywords

  • Catheterization, Central Venous
  • Subclavian Vein
  • Suture Techniques
  • Thoracic Wall

Identity

Scopus Document Identifier

  • 0037683136

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

  • 10.1016/s0002-9610(03)00071-0

PubMed ID

  • 12781881

Additional Document Info

volume

  • 185

issue

  • 6