Cover Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association
Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association
ISSN:
8750-7315
Online Publication Date:
Aug 1991

The distal saphenous vein cutdown procedure

JD Johnson California College of Podiatric Medicine, San Francisco.

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JC Page California College of Podiatric Medicine, San Francisco.

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DOI:
https://doi.org/10.7547/87507315-81-8-425
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Distal saphenous vein cutdown is an excellent method for intravenous access. It allows for a rapid infusion of fluids. Although the saphenous vein cutdown is not commonly performed, the podiatrist should be familiar with this procedure, as it may be necessary during an emergency situation.

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