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Template:Central line contraindications
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Contraindications
Absolute[1]
- Infection over the placement site
- Anatomic obstruction (thrombosis of target vein, other anatomic variance)
- Site-specific
- Subclavian - trauma/fracture to ipsilateral clavicle or proximal ribs
Relative
- Coagulopathy (see below)
- Distortion of landmarks by trauma or congenital anomalies
- Prior vessel injury or procedures
- Morbid obesity
- Uncooperative/combative patient
Central line if coagulopathic
- Preferentially use a compressible site such as the femoral location (avoid the IJ and subclavian if possible)
- No benefit to giving FFP unless artery is punctured[2]
- However, consider giving FFP if patient has hemophilia[3]
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