Venous Catheters: A Practical Manual

Description




As the number of patients requiring venous access continues to
grow rapidly, catheter placement procedures have become an
integral part of every radiology department. This practical new
book presents a comprehensive overview of virtually every topic
pertaining to central catheters, describing everything you need
to provide optimal patient care. Throughout, leading experts
offer "helpful hints" on dealing with commonly occurring
problems.

The book is filled with key information on topics such as venous
anatomy, indications, catheter designs, and the newest
technology in the field. It covers the entire process: from
choosing the ideal catheter and proper placement to treating
complications and post-surgical follow-up.

Benefit from these special features:

· More than 250 detailed illustrations show every step of
central catheter placement
· "How-to-do-it" format enhances understanding of the procedures
· Authors discuss the advantages and disadvantages of the
different catheters

Here is the essential review of venous access that all
interventional and general radiologists, nephrologists, and
vascular surgeons need to become proficient in radiological
catheter placement. For residents, it is an ideal introduction
to the field and board preparation guide.