Use of ultrasound for placement of central venous catheters in pediatrics: results of a national survey [Spanish article]

New article from Spain on the use of ultrasound in pediatric central venous catheterization in Cirugia pediatrica: organo oficial de la Sociedad Espanola de Cirugia Pediatrica

Use of ultrasound for placement of central venous catheters in pediatric: results of a national survey

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