A Case of Iliopsoas Abscess and Cerebellum Abscess Caused by Misplacement of Central Venous Catheter

A 64‐year‐old female was admitted due to iliopsoas abscess caused by misplacement of a central venous catheter (CVC) into the ascending lumbar vein (ALV). Despite removing the CVC and administering an antimicrobial agent, her general condition did not improve. Therefore, we performed a contrast‐enha...

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Published in:Journal of general and family medicine 2015-06, Vol.16 (2), p.113-116
Main Authors: Hiraoka, Aya, Iki, Yusuke, Odawara, Kazuya, Fumoto, Noriyuki, Morizane, Takeshi, Tanaka, Hideo
Format: Article
Language:English
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Catheters
Medical imaging
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Summary:A 64‐year‐old female was admitted due to iliopsoas abscess caused by misplacement of a central venous catheter (CVC) into the ascending lumbar vein (ALV). Despite removing the CVC and administering an antimicrobial agent, her general condition did not improve. Therefore, we performed a contrast‐enhanced head computed tomography (CT) scan. The CT scan revealed a cerebellum abscess. Surgical cerebellum abscess drainage was thus performed urgently. We recommend using anteroposterior radiographs, J‐guide wire catheter and ultrasound guidance to prevent misplacement. If misplacement of the CVC is suspected, it should be removed and a CT scan performed without hesitation as soon as possible.
ISSN:2189-6577
2189-7948