Overview
What is central venous catheterization?
What are the advantages of the subclavian approach in central venous catheterization?
What is the role of ultrasonography in central venous access via the subclavian vein?
What are the indications for central venous access via the subclavian vein?
What are the contraindications for central venous access via the subclavian vein?
Periprocedural Care
What equipment is needed for central venous access via the subclavian vein?
How is a patient prepped for central venous access via the subclavian vein?
Technique
What are the potential complications of central venous access via the subclavian vein?
What are the initial steps of central venous access via the subclavian vein?
How is the needle insertion site determined in central venous access via the subclavian vein?
How is central venous access via the subclavian vein performed?
What are common technical errors in central venous access via the subclavian vein?
What pearls are helpful in gaining central venous access via the subclavian vein?
What is the role of ultrasonographic (US) guidance in central venous access via the subclavian vein?
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Central venous catheter equipment. Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.
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Anatomy for subclavian approach.