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Table 1 Seven clinical questions regarding ultrasound-guided peripheral vascular catheterization in pediatric patients

From: Ultrasound-guided peripheral vascular catheterization in pediatric patients: a narrative review

Clinical questions

1. Where is the possible access site?

2. How do we check the vascular condition?

3. How do we obtain the optimal position for the procedure?

4. How do we determine the optimal catheter size?

5. What are the major approaches available for ultrasound guidance?

6. What are the pitfalls or artifacts using ultrasound that we should be aware of?

7. Are there any techniques for aiding ultrasound guidance?