X(-rays) sometimes mark the spot: A case of occult central venous catheter embolization.

Marco Baciarello Giada MasperoUmberto MaestroniGiuseppina PalumboValentina BelliniElena Bignami

Published in: The journal of vascular access (2019)

Although routine chest radiographs are no longer necessary after peripherally inserted central catheter implantation, they are in diagnosing peripherally inserted central catheter-related complications even in asymptomatic patients. We discuss their use and the possible role of securement devices in preventing some instances of catheter embolization.

Keyphrases

ultrasound guided
end stage renal disease
ejection fraction
newly diagnosed
chronic kidney disease
prognostic factors
risk factors
patient reported outcomes
patient reported
drug induced