Where Do Central Lines Terminate

Central lines terminating in the brachiocephalic trunk or subclavian vein are probably fine to use for most critical care applications (other than, for example, measurement of central venous pressure or mixed venous oxygen saturation).

Where does a central line end?

Most times, this one also goes into your chest around your collarbone. One end goes near your heart. On the other end, just like a PICC line, you’ll have one or more lumens where your doctor can insert medicine.

Where does PICC line terminate?

For a VAD to be termed a PICC, it must be inserted into the peripheral vasculature. A vein in the arm is the most common point of insertion. Also, to meet the definition, the distal tip of the catheter must terminate in the superior vena cava, the inferior vena cava, or the proximal right atrium.