Real-time ultrasound for umbilical venous catheter insertion in neonates- a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Objective: There has been an increase in real-time ultrasonography use in central venous catheterisation. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to assess the role of real-time ultrasound use in umbilical venous catheterisation in neonates.

Data Sources: PubMed, Embase, Web of Science and Cochrane Library were searched on July 11, 2024.