Complications Associated with Arterial Line Placement in Children

Study on Complications After Arterial Line Placement and the Risk Factors in Children

The purpose of this study is to find the risk factors for complications following arterial line catheterization. Ultrasonography is used to evaluate the size of artery which is cannulated, before and after catheterization. The complications include ischemia, bleeding, thrombosis and so on.

artery observation with ultrasound

Inclusion Criteria:

• Pediatric patients under 5 years of age who require invasive arterial pressure monitoring

Exclusion Criteria:

• Patients who do not need invasive arterial pressure monitoring