Position the transducer so that the subclavian vein is near the center of the ultrasound image. Gently palpate the skin to confirm that the intended puncture site is aligned with the center of the ...

"However, since hospitals are penalized for infections, and not other complications, there may be a preference for choosing the subclavian site, since it is associated with fewer infections." ...

Subclavian venous catheterization should be avoided in patients with severe hypoxemia, because the complication of pneumothorax is more likely to occur at this site and is less likely to be ...

Four sites can be used for CVC placement: the femoral vein in the groin; the subclavian vein; the internal jugular vein; and the external jugular vein. Recent advice favours the subclavian site as ...

These findings are consistent with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines for preventing CLABSI, in which the recommendation is to "use a subclavian site, rather than a ...

Subclavian steal syndrome is characterized by abnormal blood flow in the arteries. The condition has many potential causes, some of which can be serious without proper treatment. Subclavian steal ...

Updates to essential practices include: "The subclavian site is preferred to reduce infectious complications when the catheter is placed in the intensive-care unit.” Previous guidelines ...

Subclavian steal syndrome occurs when blood flow reverses in one of the arteries supplying blood to the neck, head, and arms. The condition is usually caused by a narrowing in one of the arteries ...