Intraosseous infusion — a technique available for intravascular administration of drugs and fluids in the child with burns

Intraosseous infusion is a potential route for intravenous access in the child with burns who requires vascular access that cannot be achieved in a timely manner via another route. Drugs, fluid and blood can be given via this route and marrow aspirate drawn for laboratory analysis. It is a reliable, safe procedure with a low incidence of complications.