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Learn more and schedule a PICC line placementįor more information or to schedule a PICC placement, contact Children’s Colorado Interventional Radiology at 72 or the general radiology scheduling line at 72.A peripherally inserted central (venous) catheter (PICC line for short) is a type of long-term IV.

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Convenience: We offer radiology, imaging and testing at several of our locations throughout Colorado.

Seeing these images on a screen helps your child’s doctor safely guide the PICC line where it needs to go.

Advanced technology: We use fluoroscopy (moving X-rays) to create accurate images of your child’s body.

Our child life specialists are here to provide age-appropriate support before and during the procedure.

Child-friendly equipment and team: We use child-sized X-ray machines and catheters to provide a safer, more comfortable experience.

Specialization: A highly trained interventional radiologist performs your child’s procedure.

We have the training and experience to place your child’s PICC line.

Expertise: Our skilled Imaging Services team cares for thousands of children across Colorado.

Why choose us for pediatric PICC line placementĬhildren’s Colorado is a comprehensive pediatric hospital, so our team specializes in kids’ unique medical needs. Caring pediatric nurses are available 24/7 to help answer your questions.

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If you have any questions and/or concerns, call the ParentSmart Healthline toll free at 1-855-KID-INFO (543-4636). Your child’s doctor will talk with you about the treatment plan and next steps.Depending on your child’s condition, the PICC line may stay in your child’s body for a few months.What to expect after pediatric PICC line placement When the procedure is over, we’ll come get you so you can join your child.The tip of the PICC will rest in the large vein that carries blood into your child’s heart. The doctor uses these images to help guide the line through the body into your child’s chest.An interventional radiology doctor views your child’s veins on a monitor, using special X-ray images ( fluoroscopy) that show movement in real time.We use high-frequency sound waves ( ultrasound) to find the best vein for PICC placement.A Children’s Colorado child life specialist stays with your child the whole time. This area is a sterile environment, so you’ll wait in a nearby room during the procedure. We’ll escort your child to the Interventional Radiology room.(Usually, your child will get only one PICC line, but we put cream on both arms so we can find the best place for the PICC.) A radiology technologist puts a numbing cream on your child’s arms.A nurse and child life specialist will talk with you and your child about the procedure and answer any questions.We’ll give your child an identification bracelet to ensure they get the right test.Bring a list of your child’s medicines and insurance card.Please arrive 60 minutes before your child’s scheduled procedure.

Here’s what your family can expect: Check in to the hospital We’re here to make the experience as comfortable as possible. When kids find out they need a PICC line, they may feel nervous. What to expect during your child’s PICC line placement

You may want to bring a comfort item like a stuffed animal, toy or blanket.

Reassure your child that they’ll be safe and comfortable.

Take time to talk with your child at home to explain the PICC line.

How should I prepare for my child’s PICC line placement? Your child’s doctor has years of training and experience doing this procedure. We also sometimes use it to provide nutritional support for children who can't take in food or fluids by mouth.Īt Children’s Colorado, an interventional radiologist (a doctor specializing in minimally invasive, targeted treatments) will perform your child’s PICC line placement. If your child has a PICC line, we can also use it to take blood samples. Receiving these therapies through a PICC line can be easier and more comfortable than getting repeated injections. PICC stands for “peripherally inserted central catheter:” a long, skinny, soft tube that delivers medicine, nutrition or fluids into your child’s body. Depending on your child’s condition, a PICC line may be the best way to receive these therapies or to have blood samples taken.

Doctors at Children’s Colorado may recommend a PICC line if your child needs intravenous (IV) therapies, such as medications, nutrition and fluids.

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