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Dislocation of central venous catheters in pediatric patients

Authors :
Giretti, R.
Caruselli, M.
Zannini, R.
De Vivo, E.
Piattellini, G.
Bechi, P.
Catani, F.
Amici, M.
Santelli, F.
Pagni, R.
Source :
The Journal of Vascular Access; July 2006, Vol. 7 Issue: 3 p132-135, 4p
Publication Year :
2006

Abstract

Children have limited venous access possibilities; therefore, when long-term therapy is necessary, it is better to place a catheter in a central vein. The Port catheter, totally implanted, is less exposed to the risk of infection and permits a normal life. However, there is the possibility of the displacement or fragmentation of the catheter that can be diagnosed initially only by clinical symptoms and later by a chest X-ray. We report a case of disconnection between the Port catheter and the reservoir resulting in catheter migration to the left pulmonary artery.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
11297298 and 17246032
Volume :
7
Issue :
3
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
The Journal of Vascular Access
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
ejs44640502
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1177/112972980600700308