This paper from IVTEAM discusses the placement of PICC lines in new borns.
Summary:
Peripheral inserted central catheters (PICCs) are commonly used in neonatal care for IV nutrition and therapy. Choosing the right insertion site for PICCs in the lower extremities is vital, both for safety, and successful outcomes. This study look at the outcomes of PICC insertions in the lower extremities of neonates at a neonatal intensive care unit. The study found that insertion through the great saphenous vein had lower complication rates compared to the femoral vein. The right leg had fewer total complications and catheter occlusions than the left leg. These findings important and valuable insights for health care workers regarding the safety and effectiveness of neonatal PICCs in different lower extremity sites.
Relevance to clinical practice:
This study offers valuable information on the complications, duration of use, and safety of neonatal PICCs in different lower extremity sites. Clinicians can use this information as a reference to enhance their practice when inserting PICCs in newborns. Ethical approval was obtained, and patient data was accessed with appropriate authorization from the Ethics Committee of Xiangya Hospital, Central South University (registry number 2022010001).