Percutaneous Catheterization of the Axillary Vein

A comparatively simple method of catheterizing the “central venous space” and right side of the heart by percutaneous puncture of the axillary vein is described. The method has been attempted in 50 patients. It was successful in 45 cases. No significant complications have occurred in this small seri...

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Published in:Cardiovascular research 1967-07, Vol.1 (3), p.297-300
Main Authors: Spracklen, F. H. N., Niesche, F., Lord, P. W., Besterman, E. M. M.
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Language:English
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Summary:A comparatively simple method of catheterizing the “central venous space” and right side of the heart by percutaneous puncture of the axillary vein is described. The method has been attempted in 50 patients. It was successful in 45 cases. No significant complications have occurred in this small series.
ISSN:0008-6363
1755-3245
DOI:10.1093/cvr/1.3.297