Video of two-axis technique in real time

Video of two-axis technique in real time:

Arterial cannulation

Similarly, US may also be used for arterial catheter insertion or blood draws for ABG sampling. The same principles for sterility apply. Radial, brachial and femoral arteries are usually the most common sites. This might be particularly useful when patients are shocked or in a cardiac arrest situation where the pulse is not easily palpable.