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calisgirl4ever
Is the decision by a doctor to run an I.V Through the jugler vein normal? and if so how risky?
It there is no other option,the jugular vein would be use as a last resort,so it is uncommon.Unless,the patient in critcal care
Risky?...Very little,if is is done correctly like any other procedures.
Anyway, if you have any question like this,just ask your doctor.He or she should be happy to give you an answer.
Cronides
That probably was a "central line" which is an IV that has to be placed near the central circulation in a vein large enough to handle some of the drugs that would be damaging to peripheral veins. It is normal, and here is a wealth of information on it:
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