No contrast | Contrast | |
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Values are number (%) or median (range) as appropriate. There were no significant differences between the groups. | ||
*One baby in each group had three lines inserted. | ||
Radiographs reviewed | 106 | 96 |
Number of babies | 92 | 89 |
Males (n) | 58 (54%) | 59 (61%) |
Gestation (weeks) | 28 (23–40) | 28 (23–41) |
Birth weight (grams) | 1190 (540–3100) | 1110 (475–4380) |
Age at insertion (days) | 2 (0–49) | 2 (0–84) |
Lines inserted via lower limb | 41 (38%) | 35 (37%) |
Babies with multiple lines* | 13 (14%) | 6 (7%) |