An ultrasound study was performed to formulate and validate guidelines for femoral venous catheterization. 36 infants (2 wk to 20 mo) were evaluated in a supine, straight leg position. The sector ...

The venous anatomy of the lower leg is made ... the upper leg and serves as a tributary to the common femoral vein. The deep and superficial systems are interconnected by fascial piercing ...

As described above, the underlying pathologic process behind the formation of varicose veins lies within both deep and superficial reflux ... of energy to the common femoral vein, the catheter ...