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Malfunctioning central venous catheters in children: a diagnostic approach

Authors: Alex Barnacle, Owen J. Arthurs, Derek Roebuck, Melanie P. Hiorns

Published in: Pediatric Radiology | Issue 4/2008

Abstract

Central venous access is increasingly becoming the domain of the radiologist, both in terms of the insertion of central venous catheters (CVCs) and in the subsequent management of these lines. This article seeks to provide an overview of the CVC types available for paediatric patients and a more detailed explanation of the spectrum of complications that may lead to catheter malfunction. A standard catheter contrast study or ‘linogram’ technique is described. The normal appearances of such a study and a detailed pictorial review of abnormal catheter studies are provided, together with a brief overview of how information from catheter investigations can guide the management of catheter complications.

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Title: Malfunctioning central venous catheters in children: a diagnostic approach
Authors: Alex Barnacle
Owen J. Arthurs
Derek Roebuck
Melanie P. Hiorns
Publication date: 01-04-2008
Publisher: Springer-Verlag
Published in: Pediatric Radiology / Issue 4/2008
Print ISSN: 0301-0449
Electronic ISSN: 1432-1998
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00247-007-0610-2

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