Umbilical Venous Catheter Update: A Narrative Review Including Ultrasound and Training

• Main Authors: Vito D'Andrea (Author), Giorgia Prontera (Author), Serena Antonia Rubortone (Author), Lucilla Pezza (Author), Giovanni Pinna (Author), Giovanni Barone (Author), Mauro Pittiruti (Author), Giovanni Vento (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Frontiers Media S.A., 2022-01-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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The umbilical venous catheter (UVC) is one of the most commonly used central lines in neonates. It can be easily inserted soon after birth providing stable intravenous access in infants requiring advanced resuscitation in the delivery room or needing medications, fluids, and parenteral nutrition dur...