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The insertion of central venous catheters (CVCs) is an established practice in the management of children who need long-term total parenteral nutrition or chemotherapy. Inadvertent falling out of CVCs before the cuff becomes incorporated in the tissues is a commonly encountered problem. The technique described involves inserting a circular stitch in the subcutaneous plane before the catheter is placed. Once the CVC is pulled into position, the “cuff-stitch” lays around the catheter distal to the cuff, narrows the tunnel, and prevents accidental dislodgement.
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Babu, R., Spicer, R. “Cuff-stitch” to prevent inadvertent dislodgement of central venous catheters. Pediatr Surg Int 17, 245–246 (2001). https://doi.org/10.1007/s003830000502
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s003830000502