Summary
The article discusses the impact of National Institute for Clinical Excellence (NICE) guidelines on the availability of ultrasound machines for the guidance of central venous catheter (CVC) placement.
The survey conducted in 195 hospitals in the UK revealed that 95% of hospitals had ultrasound machines readily available for CVC insertion. This suggests a positive impact of NICE guidelines on the provision of ultrasound machines for CVC placement.
The article emphasizes the importance of access to necessary equipment and discusses the need for increased training and compliance with the guidelines.
