Femoral artery line placement in children having heart surgery
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This study looks at how to put a small tube (arterial line) into the leg artery of children having heart surgery. It is meant to help doctors find the best way to do this safely.
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Who can take part
- Your child is under 12 years old.
- Your child has a moderate to high anesthesia risk rating (ASA II to IV).
- Your child has a congenital heart condition and will have heart surgery.
- Your child does not already have an arterial line in place.
- Your child is not needing emergency surgery.
- Your child does not have unstable blood pressure or heart rate.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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