Key result
Insertion of a central venous catheter induced fast atrial fibrillation with severe hypotension in a 46-year-old male, which was successfully managed with synchronized direct current cardioversion.
Why the study?
Development of atrial fibrillation with haemodynamic instability during central venous catheter insertion is quite rare.
Case Report (n=1)
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Central venous catheter insertion can rarely cause atrial fibrillation with hemodynamic instability, requiring prompt recognition and management such as DC cardioversion.
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Rare AF with instability may occur during subclavian CVC insertion; single case leaves open true incidence and prevention needs.
Ahmed et al. (2021) conducted a case report in Intracerebral haemorrhage / Atrial fibrillation (n=1). Central venous catheter insertion was evaluated on Development of atrial fibrillation. Insertion of a central venous catheter induced fast atrial fibrillation with severe hypotension in a 46-year-old male, which was successfully managed with synchronized direct current cardioversion.
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