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Umbilical Line[edit]

An umbilical line is a medical device used in neonatology to provide vascular access to newborn infants. It is typically inserted into the umbilical cord stump shortly after birth and can be used for various purposes, including the administration of fluids, medications, and for blood sampling.

Types of Umbilical Lines[edit]

There are two main types of umbilical lines:

Umbilical Arterial Catheter (UAC)[edit]

An umbilical arterial catheter is inserted into one of the two umbilical arteries. It is primarily used for monitoring blood pressure and obtaining arterial blood gas samples. The catheter is threaded through the artery and advanced until it reaches the aorta.

Umbilical Venous Catheter (UVC)[edit]

An umbilical venous catheter is inserted into the umbilical vein. It is used for the administration of intravenous fluids, medications, and parenteral nutrition. The catheter is advanced through the vein into the inferior vena cava.

Indications[edit]

Umbilical lines are indicated in several clinical scenarios, including:

Premature birth requiring intensive care.
Respiratory distress syndrome necessitating close monitoring and intervention.
Sepsis or other infections requiring intravenous antibiotics.
Need for frequent blood sampling.

Procedure[edit]

The insertion of an umbilical line is a sterile procedure performed by a trained healthcare professional. The steps include:

1. Preparing the umbilical stump and surrounding area with antiseptic solution. 2. Selecting the appropriate catheter size based on the infant's size and condition. 3. Inserting the catheter into the umbilical artery or vein. 4. Securing the catheter in place to prevent dislodgement. 5. Confirming the catheter's position with X-ray imaging.

Complications[edit]

While umbilical lines are generally safe, they can be associated with complications such as:

Infection at the insertion site.
Thrombosis or clot formation within the vessel.
Vascular injury or hemorrhage.
Catheter malposition leading to improper function.

Related Pages[edit]

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-'''Umbilical line''' is a term used in [[medicine]] and [[anatomy]] to refer to a line drawn on the surface of the abdomen passing through the [[umbilicus]]. This line is used as a reference point in medical examinations and procedures.
+== Umbilical Line ==
-==Definition==
+[[File:Umbilical_Catheter.png|thumb|right|Diagram of an umbilical catheter in place.]]
-The umbilical line is a line drawn on the surface of the abdomen passing through the [[umbilicus]]. It is used as a reference point in medical examinations and procedures. The line can be drawn in any direction, but it is typically drawn vertically or horizontally.
-==Clinical Significance==
+An '''umbilical line''' is a medical device used in [[neonatology]] to provide vascular access to newborn infants. It is typically inserted into the [[umbilical cord]] stump shortly after birth and can be used for various purposes, including the administration of fluids, medications, and for blood sampling.
-The umbilical line is used in a variety of medical examinations and procedures. For example, it is used as a reference point in the [[McBurney's point]], which is a point on the right side of the abdomen that is one-third of the distance from the [[anterior superior iliac spine]] to the umbilicus. This point is significant in the diagnosis of [[appendicitis]].
-The umbilical line is also used in the [[Rovsing's sign]], which is a sign of appendicitis. If pressure is applied to the left lower quadrant of the abdomen and the patient feels pain in the right lower quadrant, the Rovsing's sign is positive.
+== Types of Umbilical Lines ==
-==See Also==
+There are two main types of umbilical lines:
-* [[McBurney's point]]
-* [[Rovsing's sign]]
-* [[Anterior superior iliac spine]]
-* [[Appendicitis]]
-==References==
+=== Umbilical Arterial Catheter (UAC) ===
-<references />
-{{stub}}
+An [[umbilical arterial catheter]] is inserted into one of the two [[umbilical arteries]]. It is primarily used for monitoring [[blood pressure]] and obtaining [[arterial blood gas]] samples. The catheter is threaded through the artery and advanced until it reaches the [[aorta]].
-[[Category:Medical terminology]]
+=== Umbilical Venous Catheter (UVC) ===
-[[Category:Anatomy]]
+An [[umbilical venous catheter]] is inserted into the [[umbilical vein]]. It is used for the administration of [[intravenous fluids]], [[medications]], and [[parenteral nutrition]]. The catheter is advanced through the vein into the [[inferior vena cava]].
+== Indications ==
+Umbilical lines are indicated in several clinical scenarios, including:
+* [[Premature birth]] requiring intensive care.
+* [[Respiratory distress syndrome]] necessitating close monitoring and intervention.
+* [[Sepsis]] or other infections requiring intravenous antibiotics.
+* Need for frequent blood sampling.
+== Procedure ==
+The insertion of an umbilical line is a sterile procedure performed by a trained healthcare professional. The steps include:
+. Preparing the [[umbilical stump]] and surrounding area with antiseptic solution.
+. Selecting the appropriate catheter size based on the infant's size and condition.
+. Inserting the catheter into the umbilical artery or vein.
+. Securing the catheter in place to prevent dislodgement.
+. Confirming the catheter's position with [[X-ray]] imaging.
+== Complications ==
+While umbilical lines are generally safe, they can be associated with complications such as:
+* [[Infection]] at the insertion site.
+* [[Thrombosis]] or clot formation within the vessel.
+* [[Vascular injury]] or [[hemorrhage]].
+* [[Catheter malposition]] leading to improper function.
+== Related Pages ==
+* [[Neonatal intensive care unit]]
+* [[Central venous catheter]]
+* [[Neonatal resuscitation]]
+[[Category:Neonatology]]
+[[Category:Medical devices]]