A Multidisciplinary Approach and Development of an Algorithm for Timely Repair of Central Venous Access in Pediatric Patients.

Background: Central venous catheters (CVCs) carry a risk for many complications. This can lead to numerous and prolonged hospitalizations for patients undergoing intravenous nutrition. The aim was to create a standardized protocol for the medical facility to expedite the repair process as well as implement a broadened educational effort for the care of CVCs.