Thomas Kander

This study looked at whether using a needle guide during ultrasound-guided placement of a central line in the subclavian vein reduces the number of skin punctures. 300 adults who needed this catheter for any reason took part. The goal was to see if the guide makes the procedure s…

This study involved 927 patients with blood disorders who needed a central line (a special IV). Researchers wanted to see if using a lower platelet count threshold (10,000 instead of 50,000) before the procedure would still be safe. They focused on moderate to severe bleeding eve…

This study tracked over 29,000 patients to see how often serious problems like bleeding, collapsed lung, or irregular heartbeat happen when doctors place a central venous catheter (a large IV in a neck, chest, or groin vein). Researchers also looked at which patient traits, docto…