Catheter-related right internal jugular vein large thrombus formation
We report a rare case of an inadvertently malposition of a catheter using ultrasound in the right internal jugular vein, the catheter tip went in the cranial direction at an acute angle” Ma et al (2019). Abstract: Placement of a central venous catheter (CVC) is a routine procedure in major surgery and intensive care unit, […]
Jugular vein catheterization with the assistance of Y-shape imaging technique
We aimed to present a case in which the location of the guidewire was verified by Y-shape visualization with an endocavity micro-convex probe after a cannulation attempt. Successful internal jugular vein catheterization was achieved with the assistance of the Y-shape imaging technique and the patient was avoided from multiple cannulation attempts” Aydın et al (2019). […]
Ultrasound-guided cannulation of the right internal jugular vein in infants
The aim of this study was to share our observations pertaining to the anatomy and position of the right internal jugular vein with respect to carotid artery using ultrasound and our experience with ultrasound-guided right internal jugular vein access in neonates and small infants” Uzumcugil et al (2019). Abstract: BACKGROUND: The commonly preferred right internal […]
Azygos vein cannulation after catheterisation of the left internal jugular vein
Hereby, a case of a 15-month-old child is presented with a fully functional Hickman catheter introduced via the left internal jugular vein. The tip of the catheter was misplaced into the azygos vein” Kampouroglou et al (2019). Abstract: Central venous catheterisation is routinely performed in paediatric patients to facilitate therapeutic management when long-term vascular access […]
Point-of-care ultrasound evaluation and puncture simulation of the internal jugular vein
To show that medical students can evaluate the internal jugular vein (IJV) and its anatomical variations after rapid and focused training. We also aimed to evaluate the success rate of IJV puncture in simulation following traditional techniques (TTs) and monitored via ultrasound (US)” Pazeli et al (2018). Abstract: OBJECTIVES: To show that medical students can […]
Air embolism due to internal jugular vein catheterization
Air embolism due to internal jugular vein catheterization during procedural sedation is very rare, but it is a potentially life-threatening complication of central catheterization that warrants attention” Tosi et al (2018). Abstract: We performed a systematic review of the literature starting from a real case of venous air embolism (VAE) in a young infant undergoing […]
Risk of bleeding after ultrasound-guided jugular central venous catheter insertion
We sought to assess the incidence and risk factors of bleeding after ultrasound-guided internal jugular (USGIJ) catheter insertion in severely thrombocytopenic cancer patients, as safe platelet (PLT) count threshold remains controversial” AlRstum et al (2019). Abstract: INTRODUCTION: We sought to assess the incidence and risk factors of bleeding after ultrasound-guided internal jugular (USGIJ) catheter insertion […]
Comparison of different ultrasound techniques for jugular venous catheterization
Internal jugular venous catheterization (IJVC) is performed for numerous therapeutic interventions. Although ultrasound-guided IJVC is the gold standard for this procedure, complications can still occur” Chen et al (2018). Abstract: BACKGROUND: Internal jugular venous catheterization (IJVC) is performed for numerous therapeutic interventions. Although ultrasound-guided IJVC is the gold standard for this procedure, complications can still […]
Folded large-bore central catheter in the right internal jugular vein
Mechanical complications of central venous catheter insertion are well known, but folding of a large-bore catheter in the internal jugular vein has rarely been reported” Pyeon et al (2018). Abstract: Central venous catheters are used for various purposes in the operating room. Generally, the use of ultrasound to insert a central venous catheter is rapid […]
Review of a pocket-sized ultrasound device for internal jugular puncture
The aims of our study were to compare the performance of experienced emergency physicians for internal jugular vein puncture using a conventional ultrasound device versus a pocket-sized ultrasound in a training model” Chetioui et al (2018). Abstract: INTRODUCTION: The aims of our study were to compare the performance of experienced emergency physicians for internal jugular […]
Guidewire problems during central venous catheter placement
CVC placement was confirmed via plain radiography of the chest Even a flexible guidewire can penetrate the IJV at posterior wall if a puncture needle tip is positioned near the posterior wall Longitudinal ultrasonographic imaging of guidewires can help physicians avoid misplacing dilators” Yamasaki et al (2017). Abstract: A 58-year-old man (height, 160.5 cm; weight […]
Clinical outcomes of tunneled central jugular and femoral central venous catheters
The literature on the outcomes of tunneled femoral catheters compared to that of jugular catheters is scarce and derived mainly from small cohorts” Guillermo-Corpus et al (2018). Abstract: BACKGROUND: The literature on the outcomes of tunneled femoral catheters compared to that of jugular catheters is scarce and derived mainly from small cohorts. MATERIAL AND METHODS: […]
Procedural risk attributable to internal jugular, subclavian, and femoral central venous access
Central venous catheter (CVC) complication rates reflecting the application of modern insertion techniques to a clinically heterogeneous patient populations are needed to better understand procedural risk attributable to the 3 common anatomic insertion sites: internal jugular, subclavian, and femoral veins” Bell et al (2018). Abstract: BACKGROUND: Central venous catheter (CVC) complication rates reflecting the application […]
Easy IJ an alternative IV for patients with difficult vascular access
The peripheral internal jugular (IJ), also called the “easy IJ,” is an alternative to peripheral venous access reserved for patients with difficult intravenous (IV) access” Zitek et al (2018). Abstract: INTRODUCTION: The peripheral internal jugular (IJ), also called the “easy IJ,” is an alternative to peripheral venous access reserved for patients with difficult intravenous (IV) […]
How does hypovolemia change the size of the jugular vein in adult patients
The present study is aimed at establishing the values of internal jugular vein (IJV) anterior-posterior and medial-lateral sizes in patients with hypovolemia” Urakov et al (2018). Abstract: The present study is aimed at establishing the values of internal jugular vein (IJV) anterior-posterior and medial-lateral sizes in patients with hypovolemia. A total of 25 adult Intensive […]
Diameter and depth of internal jugular and subclavian veins based on hand dominancy
The central veins’ catheterization, required in critically ill patients, is more successful in larger veins. Some researchers hypothesized that hand preference might be associated with larger ipsi/contra central veins” Salari et al (2018). Abstract: BACKGROUND: The central veins’ catheterization, required in critically ill patients, is more successful in larger veins. Some researchers hypothesized that hand […]
Central veins dilation – Effect of lumbar elevation?
This study aimed to determine a more convenient patient position that can result in the largest central vein diameter” Gu et al (2018). Abstract: Background: Increasing the size of the central veins is required to increase the success rate of central line placement and decrease complication risk. Right-sided approach for the central veins, Valsalva maneuver, […]