title: [How to do: central vein catheterization].
abstract: The cannulation of a central vein is a standard acces to the vascular system of critically ill patients. It can be used for administration of medication and parenteral nutrition, haemodynamic monitoring as well as hemodialsis via Shaldon catheter.The technique of implantation of a central venous catheter is described step by step in this article. Moreover, advantages and disadvantages of the different techniques and puncture sites as well as indications and contraindications are critically discussed regarding the most recent literature.
authors.forename: Sebastian
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Allgäuer
mesh_terms: D055499:Catheter-Related Infections / Q000209:etiology / Q000517:prevention & control; D002405:Catheterization, Central Venous / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods*; D002983:Clinical Competence; D003422:Critical Care; D006801:Humans; D018084:Ultrasonography, Interventional / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods