Diagnostic aspiration of an iatrogenic hydrothorax following subclavian catheterization

Central venous catheterization is not without hazard. Inadvertent placement in the pleural space can occur without the development of a pneumothorax and pressure measurements may appear misleadingly normal. This case report illustrates an effective method of diagnosing and draining an iatrogenic hyd...

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Published in:Postgraduate medical journal 1990-08, Vol.66 (778), p.672-673
Main Authors: Steiger, M. J., Morgan, A. G.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Catheterization, Central Venous - adverse effects
Female
Humans
Hydrothorax - diagnosis
Hydrothorax - etiology
Iatrogenic Disease
Middle Aged
Suction
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Summary:Central venous catheterization is not without hazard. Inadvertent placement in the pleural space can occur without the development of a pneumothorax and pressure measurements may appear misleadingly normal. This case report illustrates an effective method of diagnosing and draining an iatrogenic hydrothorax which resulted in this way.
ISSN:0032-5473
1469-0756
DOI:10.1136/pgmj.66.778.672