- In adults, the recommended first-line insertion site is the proximal humerus
- It carries the advantages of:
- Fast flow rates (5L/hour)
- Lower insertion and infusion pain
- Sternal insertion is not routinely recommended due to risk of serious complications (fracture, haemothorax, and cardiac / large-vessel injury)
- Possible sites for insertion include:
Adults
- Proximal Humerus (first line)
- Proximal Tibia
- Distal Tibia
Children
- Distal Femur
- Proximal Tibia
- Distal Tibia