title: Venous access techniques.
abstract: Venous access techniques have evolved to include a variety of methods that can be tailored to a number of specific needs. The use of central venous catheters for short- and long-term venous access, newer methods of central venous access using totally implantable devices, and the evolution of current hemodialysis are reviewed. Advantages, disadvantages, complications, and long-term considerations for vascular access procedures are analyzed.
mesh_terms: D001166:Arteriovenous Shunt, Surgical / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000379:methods*; D002404:Catheterization / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000379:methods*; D002408:Catheters, Indwelling; D006801:Humans; D011677:Punctures; D006435:Renal Dialysis; D014680:Veins / Q000601:surgery