Femoral Vein Puncture
Not yet clinically reviewed
This protocol was migrated from the earlier Pharmapedia and Ward Guide apps for educational use. Follow your hospital's own policies and consult seniors when in doubt.
Femoral vein lies at the midinguinal point medial to femoral artery
- Feel the femoral artery at midinguinal point.
- Clean the skin over the area thoroughly.
- Insert the needle just medial to the femoral artery.
- Aspirate and if blood is not forthcoming, slowly withdraw the needle while applying suction.
Femoral triangle venipuncture: A contralateral finger palpates the artery lateral to the femoral veins 1 cm distal to the inguinal ligamentAfter obtaining required amount of blood, remove the needle.Apply a dry swab to the puncture site with firm pressure for 3-10 minutes
