What are 3 common insertion sites for a central venous catheters?

There are three main access sites for the placement of central venous catheters. The internal jugular vein, common femoral vein, and subclavian veins are the preferred sites for temporary central venous catheter placement.

Where would a central line catheter be located?

A central line is longer, with a larger tube, and is placed in a large (central) vein in the neck, upper chest or groin. This type of catheter has special benefits in that it can deliver fluids into a larger vein, and that it can stay in the body for a longer period of time than a usual, shorter IV.

What is a commonly used site for insertion of a central line?

The placement sites include the internal jugular vein, femoral vein, and subclavian vein. The right internal jugular vein and left subclavian vein are the most direct paths to the right atrium via the superior vena cava.

Which vein is commonly cannulated for central venous cannulation?

Surface anatomy and venipuncture technique. An infraclavicular approach to the subclavian vein is preferred by the authors. The operator stands on the side to be cannulated.

What is a central line procedure?

A central line (or central venous catheter) is like an intravenous (IV) line. But it is much longer than a regular IV and goes all the way up to a vein near the heart or just inside the heart. A patient can get medicine, fluids, blood, or nutrition through a central line. It also can be used to draw blood.

Which central line insertion site has the highest risk of infection?

The femoral route is associated with a higher risk for infection and thrombosis (as compared with the subclavian route). It should be restricted to patients in whom pneumothorax or haemorrhage would be unacceptable.

Where does a central line end?

Most times, this one also goes into your chest around your collarbone. One end goes near your heart. On the other end, just like a PICC line, you’ll have one or more lumens where your doctor can insert medicine.

Which port is used for CVP monitoring?

CVC Port : IV Tubing Connections If using a pulmonary artery (PA) catheter, use the proximal lumen for continuous CVP monitoring. If using a central venous catheter (CVC) with multiple lumens, use the distal port for continuous CVP monitoring.

Where should an IJ terminate?

The correct position of the tip of CVC is considered to be in the superior vena cava (SVC) above the level of pericardial reflection. Blood flow conditions are then optimal to keep the catheter away from the intima and to dilute the infused drugs immediately.