Intraosseous lines in preterm and full term neonates

Authors
Ellemunter, H Simma, B Trawoger, R Maurer, H
Citation
H. Ellemunter et al., Intraosseous lines in preterm and full term neonates, ARCH DIS CH, 80(1), 1999, pp. F74-F75
Citations number
6
Categorie Soggetti
Pediatrics,"Medical Research General Topics
Journal title
ARCHIVES OF DISEASE IN CHILDHOOD
ISSN journal
00039888 → ACNP
Volume
80
Issue
1
Year of publication
1999
Pages
F74 - F75
Database
ISI
SICI code
0003-9888(199901)80:1<F74:ILIPAF>2.0.ZU;2-Z
Abstract
Aim-To evaluate the use of intraosseous lines for rapid vascular access in primary resuscitation of preterm and full term neonates. Methods-Thirty intraosseous lines were placed in 27 newborns, in whom conve ntional venous access had failed. Results-Ah the neonates survived the resuscitation procedure, with no long term side effects. Conclusion Intraosseous infusion is quick, safe, and effective in compromis ed neonates.