Dilemma during ultrasound-guided internal jugular venous catheterization.

ABSTRACT: The presence of Internal Jugular Valves can pose a diagnostic and procedural challenge during ultrasound-guided cannulation. After ruling out dissection, thrombus, or ultrasound artifacts, it can still be accessed and successfully cannulated with appropriate precautions including use of Live ultrasound, positioning, use of soft-tipped catheters, and minimizing duration of catheter placement.

SUBMITTER: Dwarakanath S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5628241 | biostudies-literature | 2017 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature