Ultrasound-Guided Peripheral Intravenous Line Placement: A Narrative Review of Evidence-based Best Practices
Open Access
- 18 October 2017
- journal article
- review article
- Published by Western Journal of Emergency Medicine in Western Journal of Emergency Medicine
- Vol. 18 (6), 1047-1054
- https://doi.org/10.5811/westjem.2017.7.34610
Abstract
Peripheral intravenous line placement is a common procedure in emergency medicine. Ultrasound guidance has been demonstrated to improve success rates, as well as decrease complications and pain. This paper provides a narrative review of the literature focusing on best practices and techniques to improve performance with this procedure. We provide an evidence-based discussion of preparation for the procedure, vein and catheter selection, multiple techniques for placement, and line confirmation.Keywords
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