Save the RIJ? - Central Line Risk Calculator

Should I Save the RIJ for Hemodialysis?

Complication Type LEFT IJ (%) RIGHT IJ (%)
CVC complication rate
HD line complication rate

Should you save the right internal jugular vein for placement of a (potential) future hemodialysis catheter? You can enter your own assumptions about complication rates and how many patients require hemodialysis to see for yourself.

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