The Journal of pediatrics
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The Journal of pediatrics · Oct 2001
Clinical TrialDouble catheter technique for misdirected umbilical vein catheter.
We studied the success rate of the double catheter technique during umbilical vein catheter placement in 42 patients with a misdirected umbilical vein catheter. The misdirected catheter was left in place, and an additional catheter was inserted. X-ray films confirmed that successful placement was achieved in 50% of infants without significant adverse effects.