Scientific and Technological Research Internal jugular vein cannulation: How much safety can we offer?

a b s t r a c t Introduction: Central venous catheterization, performed by the anatomical landmark tech- nique, has a mechanical complication rate between 5% and 19%. This technique has been modified and new approaches have been implemented aiming to improve patient safety. With the introduction of ultrasonography in the clinical practice, and recently in central venous catheter insertion, the rate of complications has dropped over time. Objective: To measure the clinical application of the algorithm "Successful ultrasound- guided internal jugular vein cannulation". Methods: A descriptive, prospective, case series study. Patients over 18 years of age were selected, and the informed consent documentation was filled out appropriately. Patients with masses, anatomical abnormalities, insertion site infections and coagulopathy (Inter- national Normalized Ratio (INR) ≥ 2.0, platelet count ≤50.000) were excluded. Central venous cannulation was performed under ultrasound guidance in accordance with safety