Ultrasound-Guided Procedures: Financial and Safety Benefits

• 22/05/2015

Ultrasound Guidance Improves the Safety and Success of Needle Procedures The European Prevalence of Infection in Intensive Care study reported that 78% of critically ill patients had a central line inserted, while several million central venous catheters (CVCs) a year are placed in American hospitals (Gibbs, 2006). Since this common procedure can have serious risks, including accidental puncture...