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Review
. 1999 Aug;75(886):459-62.
doi: 10.1136/pgmj.75.886.459.

Methods of obtaining peripheral venous access in difficult situations

D Mbamalu  1 , A Banerjee
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Review

Methods of obtaining peripheral venous access in difficult situations

D Mbamalu et al. Postgrad Med J. 1999 Aug.

Abstract

Peripheral venous access is frequently required in the hospital environment. This can occasionally be difficult to obtain. We have reviewed the pertinent literature and propose a structured algorithmic approach to reduce patient discomfort and to minimise the time involved in securing venous access.

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