Ultrasound checks of neck vein for line placement and pressure
This study uses ultrasound pictures of a large neck vein to help doctors place a central line and estimate the pressure inside the vein. It may improve the safety and accuracy of placing the line and reduce the need for more invasive pressure measurements.
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Who can take part
- You must be 18 years or older.
- You need to have a central line placed in a large neck vein as part of your medical care.
- Your doctor plans to use ultrasound to guide the placement of the line.
- You must be stable enough to lie flat or slightly propped up for an ultrasound exam.
- You must not have had previous neck surgery, radiation, or major neck trauma.
- You must not have any known blood clots, narrowing, or birth defects in the neck vein.
- You must be able to give written permission for the study.
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