Unexpected tunnelled central venous access demise: a single institutional study from the UK

ConclusionsTIDs should be placed in preference to TELs where appropriate. TELs are at highest risk of displacement for 90  days and must be well secured for this duration. Meticulous line care offers significant potential cost savings by reducing line replacements.Level of evidenceLevel III.
Source: Pediatric Surgery International - Category: Surgery Source Type: research