cannulation of the popliteal vein as an intraoperative emergency access in prone position: a case report

Intravenous cannulation can be a challenging issue in hospitalized patients, especially during the perioperative period. objectives: in this study we will present our experience about an emergency popliteal vein cannulation during surgery. we successfully cannulated the popliteal vein in a prone position with an ultrasound guide in an emergency situation. conclusion: the popliteal vein can be a safe intravenous access during surgeries in a prone position without significant adverse events.