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The ultrasound-guided "peripheral IJ": internal jugular vein catheterization using a standard intravenous catheter.
J Emerg Med. 2013 Jan;44(1):150-4
Authors: Teismann NA, Knight RS, Rehrer M, Shah S, Nagdev A, Stone M
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Obtaining vascular access is difficult in certain patients. When routine peripheral venous catheterization is not possible, several alternatives may be considered, each with its own strengths and limitations.
DISCUSSION: We describe a novel technique for establishing vascular access in Emergency Department (ED) patients: the placement of a standard catheter-over-needle device into the internal jugular vein using real-time ultrasound guidance. We present a series of patients for whom this procedure was performed after other attempts at vascular access were unsuccessful. In all cases, the procedure was performed quickly and without complications.
CONCLUSION: Although further study of this technique is required, we believe this procedure may be a valuable option for ED patients requiring rapid vascular access.
PMID: 22579025 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]