The umbilical venous catheter (UVC) is one of the most commonly used central lines in neonates. It can be easily inserted soon after birth. Resident training is crucial. This review article is an overview of the current knowledge and evidence available in the literature about UVCs. The aim is to provide precise and updated recommendations on the use of this central line.

Vito D’Andrea1*, Giorgia Prontera1, Serena Antonia Rubortone1, Lucilla Pezza1,Giovanni Pinna1, Giovanni Barone2, Mauro Pittiruti3 and Giovanni Vento1

1Division of Neonatology, Department of Woman and Child Health and Public Health, University Hospital Fondazione Policlinico Gemelli Istituto di Ricovero e Cura a Carattere Scientifico (IRCCS), Rome, Italy,

2Neonatal Intensive Care Unit,Infermi Hospital, Rimini, Italy,

3Department of Surgery, University Hospital Fondazione Policlinico Gemelli Istituto di Ricovero e Cura a Carattere Scientifico (IRCCS), Rome, Italy

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Studies, Ultrasound, Umbilical, Vascular Access Studies