As the number of patients requiring venous access continues to grow rapidly, catheter placement procedures have become an integral part of every radiology department. This practical book presents a comprehensive overview of virtually every topic pertaining to central catheters, describing everything you need to provide optimal patient care. Throughout, leading experts offer "helpful hints" on dealing with commonly occurring problems.

The book is filled with key information on topics such as venous anatomy, indications, catheter designs, and the newest technology in the field. It covers the entire process: from choosing the ideal catheter and proper placement to treating complications and post-surgical follow-up.

Benefit from these special features:

More than 250 detailed illustrations show every step of central catheter placement
"How-to-do-it" format enhances understanding of the procedures
Authors discuss the advantages and disadvantages of the different catheters

Here is the essential review of venous access that all interventional and general radiologists, nephrologists, and vascular surgeons need to become proficient in radiological catheter placement. For residents, it is an ideal introduction to the field and board preparation guide.

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Publisher

Thieme

Year

2011

ISBN

9781604064551

Edition

Topic

Medicine

Subtopic

Radiology, Radiotherapy & Nuclear Medicine

Venous Catheters: A Practical Manual
Title Page
Copyright
Contents
Preface
Acknowledgments
Contributors
Chapter 1: Establishing (and Maintaining) a Venous Access Service
Chapter 2: Vascular Anatomy of the Central and Peripheral Veins
Chapter 3: Techniques of Venous Catheter Placement
Chapter 4: Central Venous Catheters: Materials, Designs, and Selection
Chapter 5: Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters and Ports
Chapter 6: Tunneled Catheters and Chest Ports
Chapter 7: Access for Hemodialysis
Chapter 8: Catheter Placement in Pediatric Patients
Chapter 9: Placement of Central Catheters in Specific Circumstances
Chapter 10: Alternative Routes of Catheter Placement
Chapter 11: Catheter Malfunction: Diagnosis and Treatment
Chapter 12: Catheter Care
Chapter 13: Complications of Central Venous Access
Chapter 14: Central Venous Access Catheter Infections: An Overview
Chapter 15: Catheter and Port Removal: Techniques and Follow-Up Care
Index