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The new technique involved side-entry catheter insertion without severing the cord, secured to the clamp with a sterile patch. Catheter tip position was confirmed and monitored every 24 h via ultrasound. Results: Catheter migration occurred in 18.9% of cases, mostly inward into the right atrium which was managed by repositioning. Migration into the ductus venosus requiring removal occurred in 0.7% of cases and unscheduled removal due to stump detachment in 1.5%. No central line-associated bloodstream infections (CLABSIs) were observed. Conclusions: The umbilical cord clamp method is a safe, single-operator alternative for UVC fixation. 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