Pseudo-arterial Temporary Hemodialysis Catheter Placement in the Left Internal Jugular Vein Ipsilateral to a Preexisting Brachio-axillary Arteriovenous Graft.

Internal jugular vein (IJV) cannulation was originally described by English . in 1969 as the safest approach. Carotid artery puncture had an incidence rate of 4-6% before ultrasound guidance.