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By: Jeff Siegler

I have a similar question about CVC in the right IJ. Tonight on my shift, I had a patient that was so hypovolemic that the IJ was collapsing to the point of disappearing on US upon inspiration. Reverse...

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By: emcrit

you need to turn the head in both directions until the carotid doesn’t lie under the IJ in this circumstance. Also scan up and down the neck to see if you can find a spot where there isn’t overlap....

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By: Jason S

If you’re stuck on using the RIJ and this situation, have someone press the inspiratory hold button on the ventilator while you attempt canalization. This keeps the RIJ dilated for about 5 seconds,...

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By: emcrit

great tip!

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