OBJECTIVES: We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis to assess the
effectiveness of real-time dynamic ultrasound-guided subclavian vein cannulation as …

Over the past two decades, ultrasound (US) has become widely accepted to guide safe and
accurate insertion of vascular devices in critically ill patients. We emphasize central venous …

Background Many medical certifying bodies require that a minimum number of clinical
procedures be completed during residency training to obtain board eligibility. However, little …

Purpose To assess whether ultrasound guidance improves central venous catheter
placement outcomes compared to the landmark technique in critically ill children. Methods A …

Ultrasound-guided central line placement has been shown to decrease the number of
needle puncture attempts, complication, and failure rates. In order to obtain successful …

Background The ultrasound (US)-guided technique has been recommended for central
venous catheter (CVC) placement in critical care. However, several surveys have shown that …

Ultrasound guidance is used increasingly to perform the following 6 bedside procedures that
are core competencies of hospitalists: abdominal paracentesis, arterial catheter placement …

Objective: Peripheral arterial catheterization is a common invasive procedure performed in
critically ill children. However, the benefits of using ultrasound guidance for this procedure in …

Purpose Critical care ultrasonography has utility for the diagnosis and management of
critical illness and is in widespread use by frontline intensivists. As there is a need for …

Background Low-risk and realistic simulation strategies are needed to train clinical learners
to perform hands-on invasive procedures. This follow-up study compares the utility of …