Ultrasound-guided central venous catheterization in cancer patients improves the success rate of cannulation and reduces mechanical complications: A prospective observational study of 1,978 consecutive catheterizations

Ultrasound-guided central venous catheterization in cancer patients improves the success rate of cannulation and reduces mechanical complications: A prospective observational study of 1,978 consecutive catheterizations

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>A central venous catheter (CVC) currently represents the most frequently adopted intravenous line for patients undergoing infusional chemotherapy and/or high-dose chemotherapy with hematopoietic stem-cell transplantation and parenter...

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Main Authors: Gorgni Silvia, Mordenti Patrizia, Muroni Monica, Biasini Claudia, Cremona Gabriele, Lazzaro Antonio, Cordani Maria, Bertè Raffaella, Cappucciati Lorella, Di Nunzio Camilla, Vallisa Daniele, Civardi Giuseppe, Cavanna Luigi, Zaffignani Elena, Ambroggi Massimo, Bidin Livia, Palladino Maria, Rodinò Carmelina, Tibaldi Laura
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2010-10-01
Series:World Journal of Surgical Oncology
Online Access:http://www.wjso.com/content/8/1/91

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