Agenesis of the left internal jugular vein: An unusual finding during an ultra-sound guided central venous catheterization

Anatomical variations of the internal jugular vein are relatively frequent, appearing in 0.25% of the general population, mainly consisting of variations in its position regarding the carotid artery and its path near the usual known landmarks [1]. These variations play a major role in the success rate of placing a central venous line as well as the complication risk.
Source: Journal of Clinical Anesthesia - Category: Anesthesiology Authors: Tags: Correspondence Source Type: research