Cannulation of the Popliteal Vein as an Intraoperative Emergency Access in Prone Position: A Case Report

Parisa Sezari; Firozeh Madadi; Sogol Asgari

doi:10.18502/aacc.v12i1.20551

Parisa Sezari Department of Anesthesiology, Loghman Hakim Hospital, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
Firozeh Madadi Department of Anesthesiology, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
Sogol Asgari Department of Anesthesiology, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.18502/aacc.v12i1.20551

Keywords: Intravenous line; Popliteal vein; Prone position; Ultrasound

Abstract

Intravenous cannulation can be a challenging issue in hospitalized patients, especially during the perioperative period. Objectives: In this study we will present our experience about an emergency popliteal vein cannulation during surgery. We successfully cannulated the popliteal vein in a prone position with an ultrasound guide in an emergency situation. Conclusion: The popliteal vein can be a safe intravenous access during surgeries in a prone position without significant adverse events.