The journal of vascular access
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Randomized Controlled Trial Multicenter Study Comparative Study
Central vascular catheters versus peripherally inserted central catheters in nurse anesthesia. A perspective within the Greek health system.
We present a study comparing the insertion of central vascular catheter (CVC) and peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) by an anesthesia nurse at 2 Greek University Hospitals. ⋯ PICCs under ultrasound guidance constitute the solution of choice for patients and they definitely surpass the CVCs focusing mainly on the improvement of the quality of life and the satisfaction of patients.