Two IV lines in the neck: what are the risks?
This study looks at the risks of having two central lines placed in the neck during major surgery. It aims to find out if this is safe and what complications might happen.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You are scheduled for a major surgery like heart, lung, liver, or major abdominal surgery.
- Your doctor plans to place at least two central lines (special IVs in the neck) during surgery.
- You have not had a previous blood clot or narrowing in your neck veins.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
Similar studies
Other trials that look related to this one.
This study compares three different methods for inserting a central line (a soft tube that delivers medicine or nutrition) into a large vein in the neck of infants. The goal is to see which method is safest and most effective for babies up to 2 years old.
This study compares two different ways of placing a central line (a special IV) in the neck under ultrasound guidance, for patients on breathing machines in the ICU. The goal is to see which method is safer and more effective.
This study looks at whether frailty (how well your body handles stress) affects how easy it is to place a central line (a special IV) in your neck during heart surgery. It may help doctors improve care for people having heart procedures.
This study compares two ways of placing a central venous catheter (a small tube in a large neck vein) using ultrasound guidance. One method is the traditional approach, the other uses a newer syringe-free technique. The goal is to see which one is safer and easier.
This trial tests whether placing a dialysis catheter in one location (subclavian/near the collarbone) is as good as placing it in another (jugular/neck) for patients who need a temporary dialysis catheter. It aims to reduce problems like vein narrowing caused by catheter placement.
This trial compares two ways to place a midline catheter (a type of IV line) in children to see which works better. If your child needs long-term IV access during or after surgery, this study may help find the safest and most effective method.
Hear when a new Catheter Complications trial opens
We’ll email you when one opens — at most once a week, no account needed, unsubscribe anytime.