Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter Insertion Site and Complication Rate in Neonates

Peripherally Inserted Central Venous Catheter Insertion Site and Complication Rates in Neonates

This study examines whether there is an association between the PICC insertion site and the complications necessitating PICC removal in neonates admitted to neonatal intensive care unit.

Inclusion Criteria:

1. Neonates of all gestational ages admitted to Foothills Medical Centre and Alberta Children's Hospital Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
2. Peripherally inserted central venous catheter (PICC) line insertion planned as part of NICU care
3. Venous access available in both upper(above umbilicus) and lower body

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Local infection at potential site of insertion
2. Hemangioma, lymphangioma or malformations in the region of insertion
3. Major chromosomal anomalies