CVC Insertion
Overview
This video covers the key points of Central venous catheter insertion
Setup
In this video we cover setting up your equipment for CVC insertion
Microskills
To become 'quick and slick' at putting in CVCs you need to practice each skill within the whole process. We've broken these down into microskills:
Suturing
In this video James demonstrates two different techniques to suture in a CVC.
Advancing While Aspirating
In this video K shows two techniques to ensure you aspirate on the syringe whilst inserting the needle
Anchoring
This is an important technique to help you remain stable through the procedure - K talks you through the basics
Dilating the tract
K talks you some tips for tract dilation
Cannula Rescue
K explains how the cannula in the CVC pack can be used to rescue a kinked guidewire or to help you confirm your position before dilation
Further information
CVC vs VasCath
K talks you through some of the differences for VasCath insertion