Complications in pediatric enteral and vascular access

Semin Pediatr Surg. 2016 Dec;25(6):371-379. doi: 10.1053/j.sempedsurg.2016.10.006. Epub 2016 Oct 29.

Abstract

Obtaining reliable enteral and vascular access constitutes a significant fraction of a pediatric surgeon׳s job. Multiple approaches are available. Given the complicated nature of this patient population multiple complications can also occur. This article discusses the various techniques and potential complications associated with short- and long-term enteral and vascular access.

Keywords: Access; Catheter; Complication; Enteral; Pediatric surgery; Vascular.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Catheterization, Central Venous* / adverse effects
  • Catheterization, Central Venous* / instrumentation
  • Catheterization, Central Venous* / methods
  • Catheterization, Peripheral* / adverse effects
  • Catheterization, Peripheral* / instrumentation
  • Catheterization, Peripheral* / methods
  • Child
  • Device Removal / adverse effects
  • Device Removal / methods
  • Gastrostomy* / adverse effects
  • Gastrostomy* / methods
  • Humans
  • Intubation, Gastrointestinal* / adverse effects
  • Intubation, Gastrointestinal* / methods
  • Jejunostomy* / adverse effects
  • Jejunostomy* / methods
  • Laparoscopy
  • Pediatrics
  • Postoperative Complications* / diagnosis
  • Postoperative Complications* / etiology
  • Postoperative Complications* / therapy
  • Specialties, Surgical