Lines and Stuff.
Neonatal Stuff.
Device | Correct Level | Notes / Complications |
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ETT | Infants: Below thoracic inlet and Carina. Bit older: 15mm above carina. Child: 20mm above carina. |
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UVC | IVC-RA Junction. At or just above diaphragm D8-D9. | Umbilical Vein -> LEFT PV -> Ductus Venosus -> Middle or LEFT HV -> IVC -> RA. Too high can cause arrhythmia or perforation. |
UAC | Ideal = High Line: D6-D10. Acceptable = Low line: L3-L4 | Umbilical Artery -> Interal Iliac Artery -> Common Iliac Artery -> Aorta |