A Rare and Dangerous Complication of Central Venous Catheterization: Intimal Injury

Journal Title: Çocuk Acil ve Çocuk Yoğun Bakım Dergisi - Year 2017, Vol 4, Issue 3

Abstract

Central venous catheters are frequently used for urgent patient resuscitation and for prolonged intravenous route requirements. However, the patient may be injured or may need additional intervention due to complications associated with catheter insertion. Various mechanical complications such as catheter malposition, arterial puncture, hemothorax and pneumothorax can be seen in 5-19% of patients and early recognition has a vital effect. Here, we present a case of pleural effusion leading to significant hypoxemia due to intimal injury to the superior vena cava which developed in the second day of catheter insertion.

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Emine Akkuzu, Gökhan Kalkan, Ece Geylan Durgun, Abdullah Özer

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  • EP ID EP378865
  • DOI 10.4274/cayd.37929
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Emine Akkuzu, Gökhan Kalkan, Ece Geylan Durgun, Abdullah Özer (2017). A Rare and Dangerous Complication of Central Venous Catheterization: Intimal Injury. Çocuk Acil ve Çocuk Yoğun Bakım Dergisi, 4(3), 138-141. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-378865