title: How to insert a central venous catheter.
abstract: Familiarity with the anatomy of the central veins, the equipment to be used and attention to technical detail are fundamental to successful and rapid central venous cannulation. This article provides a concise description of the relevant anatomy, some general advice and a brief account of the common methods of cannulation. Emphasis has been placed on practical detail and commonly encountered pitfalls.
authors: Intensive Care Unit, Royal Cornwall Hospital, Treliske, Truro.
authors: N
authors: N
authors: Edwards
authors: G A
authors: GA
authors: Morgan
mesh_terms: D002405:Catheterization, Central Venous / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D007601:Jugular Veins / Q000033:anatomy & histology; D013350:Subclavian Vein / Q000033:anatomy & histology