Nature

Peripherally inserted central venous catheters: frequency of complications in premature newborn depends on the insertion site

The use of peripherally inserted central venous catheters (PICC lines) has reduced the mortality and morbidity of premature newborns. The usual sites of insertion are the veins in the upper arms but ...
Nature

Does ultrasound guidance for peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) insertion reduce the incidence of tip malposition? – a randomized trial

The aim of the study was to evaluate the incidence of peripheral inserted central catheter (PICC) tip malposition when the catheter is inserted under real-time ultrasound (RTUS) guidance when compared ...