FEMORAL VEIN
(continued)

Contraindications:
 · Infection at planned site
 · Thrombosis of entry vein, iliac vein or inferior vena cava (IVC)

Landmarks include:
 · Anterior superior iliac spine
 · Pubic tubercle
 · Inguinal ligament

Adjacent anatomy includes:
 · Femoral artery (to which vein is about 1 cm medial)
 · Femoral nerve


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Central Venous Access Device Selection