| Literature DB >> 30948877 |
Veda Padma Priya Selvakumar1, Rudra Prasad Acharya1, Naveen Bhamri2.
Abstract
Totally implantable venous access device has become indispensable in oncology. One of the well-known complications of the subclavian approach is the pinch-off syndrome. We hereby describe how a case of pinch-off syndrome with catheter fracture and embolization into the heart was managed by prompt endovascular intervention.Entities:
Keywords: Catheter fracture; Subclavian catheter; Venous access device
Year: 2018 PMID: 30948877 PMCID: PMC6414571 DOI: 10.1007/s13193-018-0817-8
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Indian J Surg Oncol ISSN: 0975-7651