An Unusual Complication of Total Parenteral Nutrition via Subclavian Vein Catheterization Masquerading as Bilateral Chylothorax.
- Author:
Jung Hwa LEE
1
;
Jin Yong KIM
;
Sang Cheol KIM
;
Woo Surng LEE
;
Yo Han KIM
;
Jun Sik YU
;
Keun Soo WEON
Author Information
1. Department of Pediatrics, Konkuk University Chungju Hospital, Chungju, Korea.
- Publication Type:Case Report
- Keywords:
Chylothorax;
Catheters;
Parenteral nutrition
- MeSH:
Catheterization*;
Catheterization, Central Venous;
Catheters*;
Chyle;
Chylothorax*;
Lymphatic System;
Parenteral Nutrition;
Parenteral Nutrition, Total*;
Pleural Cavity;
Pleural Effusion;
Subclavian Vein*;
Thoracic Duct
- From:Journal of the Korean Society of Emergency Medicine
2014;25(1):132-136
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
Chylothorax, a relatively rare condition of pleural effusion, is defined as an accumulation of chyle resulting from damage to the thoracic duct associated with chyle leakage from the lymphatic system into the pleural cavity. The etiologies of this condition are numerous, and the most important approach for management of chylothorax is to determine the definite cause. We report on a case of an unusual complication of chylothorax that occurred after central catheterization and direct instillation of total parenteral nutrition into the pleural cavity.
