Effects of different modes of ventilation and head position on the size of the vena jugularis interna

PURPOSE: Right internal jugular vein (RIJV) catheterisation is a common procedure in patients undergoing surgery. We aimed to compare diameters and the cross-sectional area (CSA) of the RIJV when the head is in a neutral or 30-degree rotated position during mechanical ventilation in various modes...

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Main Authors: Emre Erbabacan, Güniz M. Köksal, Birsel Ekici, Güner Kaya, Fatiş Altındaş
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SMW supporting association (Trägerverein Swiss Medical Weekly SMW) 2014-05-01
Series:Swiss Medical Weekly
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Online Access:https://www.smw.ch/index.php/smw/article/view/1866