Assertion: umbilical vein | /r/ObjectUse | used as route
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text: As the umbilical vein is directly connected to the central circulation, it can be used as a route for placement of a venous catheter for infusion and medication.
text: The umbilical vein can also be used as a route for central venous pressure monitoring in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU).