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Catheter in right side of neck after bypass surgery which vessel is it going into ?

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Int. Jugular vein IJ: The indications for internal jugular vein (i.J.) central line: 1. Central venous access for infusion of vasoactive drugs, tpn, high dose kcl, etc. 2. Hemorrhagic disorder where large volumes blood/blood products needed 3. Measurement of central venous pressure 4. Need for frequent blood draws where peripheral access limited. 5. Lack of peripheral venous access.

Answered 7/5/2012

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Probably right inter: The right internal jugular is the most common vein accessed for cardiac procedures.

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