Short- and long-term reproducibility of peripheral superficial vein depth and diameter measurements using ultrasound imaging
Abstract Background Ultrasound imaging is used for diagnosis, treatment, and blood vessel visualization during venous catheter placement. However, various physiological factors (e.g., body temperature and exercise) influence vein diameters, which are expected to exhibit daily or diurnal fluctuations...
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Language: | English |
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BMC
2022-12-01
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Series: | BMC Medical Imaging |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s12880-022-00945-9 |