Position of jugular oxygen saturation catheter in patients with head trauma: assessment by use of plain films.

Objective: The purpose of this study was to establish a plain radiographic technique for the assessment of the position of a jugular oxygen saturation catheter in patients with head trauma.

Materials And Methods: In the experimental study, jugular oxygen saturation catheters were introduced into the internal jugular veins of four cadavers. Correct positioning of the catheter tips was monitored by CT.