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Malfunctioning central venous catheters in children: a diagnostic approach

Alex Barnacle1, Owen J Arthurs, Derek Roebuck

  • 1Radiology Department, Great Ormond Street Hospital, Great Ormond Street, London WC1N 3JH, UK.

Pediatric Radiology
|October 13, 2007
PubMed

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This article reviews central venous catheter (CVC) types and complications in pediatric patients. It details the linogram technique for diagnosing CVC malfunctions and guiding management.

Area of Science:

  • Radiology
  • Pediatric Interventional Radiology

Background:

  • Central venous catheter (CVC) insertion and management are increasingly performed by radiologists.
  • Pediatric patients require specialized considerations for central venous access.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide an overview of CVC types in pediatric patients.
  • To explain complications leading to CVC malfunction.
  • To describe the linogram technique for diagnosing CVC issues.

Main Methods:

  • Review of available CVC types for pediatric use.
  • Detailed explanation of CVC complications and malfunction.
  • Description of the standard catheter contrast study (linogram) technique.
  • Pictorial review of normal and abnormal linogram findings.

Main Results:

  • The article outlines various CVC types suitable for pediatric patients.
  • Common and uncommon complications leading to CVC malfunction are detailed.
  • Normal and abnormal findings on linogram studies are presented with illustrative examples.

Conclusions:

  • Radiologists play a key role in pediatric central venous access.
  • Understanding CVC types and complications is crucial for effective management.
  • The linogram technique is a valuable tool for diagnosing and managing CVC-related issues in children.

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