Should you pick the PICC? Prolonged use of peripherally inserted central venous catheters in children with intestinal failure
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In brief
In brief
This study compares outcomes of peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs) versus Broviacs in children with intestinal failure requiring prolonged parenteral nutrition. The research evaluates infection rates, catheter longevity, and complications to guide optimal vascular access strategies in pediatric IF management.
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Purpose
Prolonged central vascular access is a source of significant morbidity in children with intestinal failure (IF). In an effort to decrease morbidity, our multidisciplinary IF team has primarily used peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs) for these patients. We compared outcomes of PICCs to Broviacs®.
Methods
A review of children with IF (2006–2018) at an academic children's hospital was conducted. Inclusion criteria: total parenteral nutrition duration >42 days or small bowel length