Hemomediastinum Caused by Subclavian Catheterization : A case report.
- Author:
Young Eun MOON
1
;
Keon Hee RYU
Author Information
1. Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, School of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Korea. ryu4912@naver.com
- Publication Type:Case Report
- Keywords:
complication;
hemomediastinum;
subclavian catheterization
- MeSH:
Catheterization;
Catheters;
Central Venous Catheters;
Humans
- From:Anesthesia and Pain Medicine
2008;3(3):228-231
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:Korean
-
Abstract:
Central venous catheterization has been widely used in the anesthetic management. Unfortunately, the use of central venous catheter may be associated with adverse events that are hazardous to patients. We experienced a lethal hemomediastinum following subclavian venous catheterization and we discussed the facts that should be kept in mind to prevent the serious complications.
