Key result
Subclavian dialysis catheter linked to fatal SVC perforation, hemopericardium, and large brachiocephalic vein thrombus.
Why the study?
Fatal complications related to subclavian dialysis catheters require detailed description to understand associated risks.
Design
Case report
Authors
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Subclavian dialysis catheters carry fatal perforation risk; this case leaves open optimal access site selection.
Subclavian dialysis catheters can cause fatal complications including superior vena cava perforation, hemopericardium, and thrombosis.
Fine et al. (2008) studied this question. A subclavian dialysis catheter resulted in a fatal superior vena cava perforation leading to hemopericardium and a large brachiocephalic vein thrombus.
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