Broviac catheter

[kels09]

I don't have any experience with the broviac catheter but I wanted to send your little Sophia some good thoughts. I hope the catheter with will her to get better soon.

[babycaps]

Hi there! @****, I just today noticed that there is a Preemies board here! So I thought I'd peek in.
I am a Clinical Nurse Specialist in a large level III NICU. I teach nurses how to take care of the tiniest babies and sickest babies for a living. I wanted to give you the background just so you know i'm not just saying this w/o any knowledge!

yes, Broviac placement procedure is quite common and life-saving. Especially for babies who require frequent transfusions, daily TPN (you might also hear it called hyperal), and other IV fluids. Another kind of central catheter is a PIC Line (PICC). Also very standard of care. These are used when the umbilical catheters have to be pulled out since they can't stay in for longer than 14 days, in some cases less and rarely more.

I hope your baby girls are both doing well! If you have any questions, I will be happy to answer