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Title: Improved technique for bedside insertion of the Swan-Ganz pulmonary artery catheter. Author: Bailey LL, Sondheimer HM, Bloom KR, Williams WG. Journal: Ann Thorac Surg; 1976 May; 21(5):460-1. PubMed ID: 1267531. Abstract: A method for inserting the Swan-Ganz pulmonary artery ballon has proved this to be a safe and efficient approach to hemodynamic monitoring of critically ill patients, frequently catheter utilizing direct subclavian venipuncture is presented. Our experience eliminating the need for bedside surgical procedures.[Abstract] [Full Text] [Related] [New Search]