This review article describes the vascular access devices available for long-term vascular access in children, describes the procedures for implanting them and the sites available for this purpose, discusses the complications associated with catheter placement and how to avoid them, and compares the various catheter systems in terms of their advantages and disadvantages. (Journal of Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition 30:S65-S69, 2006)
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