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View Video The placement of a central venous line is an essential technique in the treatment of many hospitalized patients. This video will demonstrate the placement of a central venous catheter in the internal jugular vein with the use of one of several variations of the Seldinger technique. An additional video on subclavian line placement will be forthcoming. We will demonstrate and review the regional anatomy of the neck, indications for the insertion of a central line, the recommended site and technique for placement of a line in the internal jugular vein, selected complications associated with the procedure, and suggestions for . . . View Video . Chapters: Introduction Overview Equipment Preparation Placing the Line Troubleshooting

 
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