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

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Akkuzu E., Kalkan G., Durgun E. G., Özer A.

J Pediatr Emerg Intensive Care Med, cilt.3, sa.4, ss.138-141, 2017 (Hakemli Dergi)

  • Yayın Türü: Makale / Vaka Takdimi
  • Cilt numarası: 3 Sayı: 4
  • Basım Tarihi: 2017
  • Doi Numarası: 10.4274/cayd.37929
  • Dergi Adı: J Pediatr Emerg Intensive Care Med
  • Derginin Tarandığı İndeksler: TR DİZİN (ULAKBİM)
  • Sayfa Sayıları: ss.138-141
  • Gazi Üniversitesi Adresli: Evet

Özet

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.