Evidence-based research supporting the benefits and importance of ultrasound-guided vascular access procedures.
Economic Impact of Ultrasound-Guided Peripheral Intravenous Access
American Journal of Emergency Medicine • 2016 • Costantino TG, Parikh AK, Satz WA, Fojtik JP
Analysis showing cost-effectiveness and reduced complications with ultrasound-guided peripheral IV access.
Key Findings:
- Reduced overall healthcare costs
- Decreased need for central venous catheters
- Lower complication-related expenses
Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter (PICC) Line Placement
Agarwal, A., Montanarella, M. J., & Moon, B. (2024). In StatPearls. StatPearls Publishing
Peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs) provide safe, long-term central venous access for medications, nutrition, and blood sampling
Key Findings:
- Safe Long-Term Central Access with Lower Infection Risk
- Versatile Indications and Flexible Insertion Techniques
Economic Impact of Ultrasound-Guided Peripheral Intravenous Access
American Journal of Emergency Medicine • 2016 • Costantino TG, Parikh AK, Satz WA, Fojtik JP
Analysis showing cost-effectiveness and reduced complications with ultrasound-guided peripheral IV access.
Key Findings:
- Reduced overall healthcare costs
- Decreased need for central venous catheters
- Lower complication-related expenses
Economic Impact of Ultrasound-Guided Peripheral Intravenous Access
American Journal of Emergency Medicine • 2016 • Costantino TG, Parikh AK, Satz WA, Fojtik JP
Analysis showing cost-effectiveness and reduced complications with ultrasound-guided peripheral IV access.
Key Findings:
- Reduced overall healthcare costs
- Decreased need for central venous catheters
- Lower complication-related expenses