The effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of ultrasound locating devices for central venous access: a systematic review and economic evaluation
Calvert N, Hind D, McWilliams RG, Thomas SM, Beverley C, Davidson A
Record Status
This is a bibliographic record of a published health technology assessment from a member of INAHTA. No evaluation of the quality of this assessment has been made for the HTA database.
Citation
Calvert N, Hind D, McWilliams RG, Thomas SM, Beverley C, Davidson A. The effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of ultrasound locating devices for central venous access: a systematic review and economic evaluation. Health Technology Assessment 2003; 7(12): 1-84
Authors' objectives
The aim of this study was to investigate the clinical and cost-effectiveness of ultrasonic locating devices (ULD) for central venous access (CVA).
Authors' conclusions
There is evidence for the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of 2-D US-guided CVA, particularly via the IJV in adults and children. However, some important implications of possible wider use of 2-D US for CVA are clearly identifiable.
Catheterization, Central Venous; Costs and Cost Analysis; Ultrasonography
Language Published
English
Country of organisation
England
Address for correspondence
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