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🔩 What a Central Line Is
The IV that goes into a major vein near your heart — and why.
How a Central Line Works
- A **central line** is a long, thin, flexible tube called a catheter.
- We insert it into a large vein, usually in your neck, chest, or groin.
- Unlike a standard IV, the tip of this tube rests in a large vein right above your heart.
- This placement allows medications to enter your bloodstream rapidly and disperse throughout your body.
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