Randomized Study of the EZIO Compared to Central Venous Lines Used for Emergency Vascular Access
Randomized Study of the EZIO Compared to Central Venous Lines Used for Emergency Vascular Access
Multicenter randomized study to compare powered intraosseous access to standard central line access for the administration of fluids and drugs for patients in the Emergency Dept.
Inclusion Criteria:
Over 18 years old Requires central access after peripheral access attempts have failed or are not otherwise feasible
Exclusion Criteria:
Fracture in target bone Not able to sign informed consent Excessive tissue or absence of adequate anatomical landmarks Known or suspected coagulopathies Pregnancy Patients in custody Patients with suspected great vessel injury Not fluid in English