During the 7th World Congress of Vascular Access 2022 ( WoCoVA ) in Greece, Dr. Barone gave a presentation about peripheral and central VADs in neonates.
He talked about new materials and new techniques, securement with some take home messages :

  • A soft revolution is happening in NICU.
  • Peripheral VADs need more research focusing on new materials and new devices (LPC, integrated SPC).
  • New awareness of the central role of RT-US for tip location and tip location of all CVADs.
    The vital role of «secure and protect» philosophy.
  • The power of bundles.