Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2888017 | Annals of Vascular Surgery | 2010 | 5 Pages |
Abstract
The use of totally implantable venous access device has provided a solution to difficult venous access. Early reports have, however, recognized several complications with their use. Catheter disruption is a rare but important complication of these devices; it may be asymptomatic but can be fatal in some cases. We present a case of a patient who had a rare and serious complication secondary to catheter disconnection from its chamber.
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Authors
Walid Faraj, Ahmad Zaghal, Ornella El-Beyrouthy, Aghiad Kutoubi,