Infra Red Vein Visualization: Efficacy vs. Standard Technique

A Randomized Controlled Study of Efficacy of Infra Red Vein Illumination Versus Standard Technique

The objective of the study is to assess the efficacy of the vein visualization device AccuVein (AccuVein, Inc., Huntington, NY) in comparison to a standard technique for establishing intravenous (iv) access in the infant and toddler population (<2years)

The objective of this project is to compare the iv success rate using the FDA approved Accuvein device for vein illumination versus not using the device, for infants/toddlers undergoing surgery at Penn State Children's Hospital with an ASA physical status 1, 2, or 3. After obtaining informed consent, the infant will be randomized to the vein illuminatin or standard group based on a computer generated number.

Inclusion Criteria:

1. Children(<2year) undergoing anesthesia procedures at Penn State Health, Hershey Medical Center and Penn State Children's Hospital
2. ASA physical status 1,2 or 3

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Emergency procedures requiring anesthesia
2. ASA physical status 4
3. Patients with pre existing iv access