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OBJECTIVE To develop technique of central vein catheterization by external jugular vein puncture under ultrasound guidance.METHODS A total of 224 patients with central vein catheterization by external jugular vein puncture were randomized into two groups: the control group was treated by routine manipulation and observed blood vessels by macroscopic observation;the patients from the observation group were placed catheters with the assist of ultrasound techniques.To record the one time achievement ratio of catheterization and incidence of phlebitis and thrombus.RESULTS Comparing the two groups,we found the observation group had higher one time achievement ratio of catheterization and lower incidence of phlebitis and thrombus than that of the control group.And there were statistical significances between the two groups(P