π Advancing Pediatric
Surgical Care with Ultrasound-Guided Venous Access
π€ Presenter: Dr.Mussalam Layth Alabdullah
π Affiliation: General Medical Council
& Alnoor University, United Kingdom
π Presentation Type: Keynote
Presentation (Virtual)
π Presentation Title
Outcomes of Newly Introduced Ultrasound-Guided Central
Venous Access Devices in Paediatric Patients: A Single-Center Prospective Study
of 53 Consecutive Cases
𧬠Overview
Central Venous Access Devices (CVADs) are essential in the
management of paediatric oncology patients and children with difficult
venous access. However, their use may be associated with mechanical and
infectious complications.
In this virtual keynote presentation, Dr. Mussalam
Layth Alabdullah presents findings from a prospective single-center study,
evaluating the safety, effectiveness, and clinical outcomes of ultrasound-guided
CVAD insertion in paediatric patients.
π Why This Study Matters
Establishing reliable vascular access is critical in
paediatric healthcare, particularly for:
• Chemotherapy and oncology treatments
• Long-term intravenous therapies
• Patients with limited peripheral venous access
This study highlights how ultrasound guidance
enhances procedural precision and contributes to improved patient safety and
outcomes.
π₯ Study Design &
Methodology
A prospective analysis of 53 paediatric patients
undergoing CVAD insertion was conducted at a tertiary care center.
The study evaluated:
✔ Patient demographics (age and
gender)
✔ Indications for CVAD placement
✔ Type of venous access devices used
✔ Access site and insertion techniques
✔ Catheter dwell time (CVAD-days)
✔ Reasons for removal
✔ Complication and infection rates
Infection rates were standardized per 1,000 catheter-days
for accurate clinical comparison.
π Key Findings
The study demonstrated strong safety and effectiveness:
• Total cases: 53 CVAD insertions
• Mean age: 102.6 months (8.5 years)
• Primary indication: Oncology (90.6%)
• Most used device: Non-tunnelled lines (81.1%)
• Preferred access site: Internal Jugular Vein (88.7%)
• Total catheter duration: 1,662 catheter-days
π Outcomes &
Complications
• Low infection rate: 3.0 per 1,000 catheter-days
• No major life-threatening complications observed
• Main reason for removal: Routine anaesthetic line replacement
π¬ Clinical Significance
The findings confirm that ultrasound-guided CVAD
insertion is:
✔ A safe and reliable
approach in paediatric patients
✔ Associated with low complication and infection
rates
✔ Highly effective in paediatric oncology settings
The internal jugular vein remains the most preferred
and safest access route.
⚕️ Impact on Pediatric Surgical
Practice
This keynote highlights the importance of adopting image-guided
techniques in surgical practice:
• Enhances procedural accuracy
• Minimizes risks and complications
• Improves patient outcomes
• Supports evidence-based clinical decisions
Such innovations are essential for advancing paediatric
surgical oncology care.
π Conclusion
Ultrasound-guided CVAD insertion represents a significant
advancement in paediatric surgical care.
The study supports its continued use as a standard
practice, ensuring:
✔ High safety standards
✔ Reduced complication rates
✔ Reliable long-term vascular access
π¨π¬ About the
Presenter
Dr. Mussalam Layth Alabdullah is a UK-trained paediatric
surgeon and surgical oncologist with extensive expertise in advanced
oncologic care.
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PhD in Oncology – University of Nottingham
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Member – Royal College of Surgeons of England (MRCS)
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Fellow – European Board of Paediatric Surgery (FEBPS)
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Areas of Expertise:
• Complex oncologic resections
• Multidisciplinary tumour management
• Research-led surgical practice
With internationally recognized publications and extensive
UK clinical training, he is dedicated to advancing cancer surgery standards
and improving paediatric oncology care globally.
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