Key result
Height and weight-based formulae for central venous catheter placement predict correct placement 97% and 98% of the time, respectively, and appear comparable to ECG-guided methods.
Why the study?
Are height and weight based formulae comparable to ECG-guided techniques for correct central venous catheter placement in pediatric and adult patients?
Population
Adult and pediatric patients requiring central venous catheter placement, including those with congenital…
Comparison
Height and weight based formulae for central… vs ECG-guided technique for central venous catheter…
Design
Editorial
Authors
Loading...
Height and weight based formulae may be a practical and highly accurate alternative to ECG-guided techniques for CVC placement, particularly in pediatric patients with congenital heart disease and enlarged atria.
Are height and weight based formulae comparable to ECG-guided techniques for correct central venous catheter placement in pediatric and adult patients?
Height and weight based formulae may be a practical and highly accurate alternative to ECG-guided techniques for CVC placement, particularly in pediatric patients with congenital heart disease and enlarged atria.
Andropoulos et al. (2002) conducted a letter in Central venous catheter placement. Height and weight based formulae vs. ECG guided technique was evaluated. Height and weight-based formulae for central venous catheter placement predict correct placement 97% and 98% of the time, respectively, and appear comparable to ECG-guided methods.
Synapse has enriched 5 closely related papers on similar clinical questions. Consider them for comparative context: