Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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9391358 | Journal of Vascular and Interventional Radiology | 2005 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
Superior vena cava (SVC) perforation with bronchial communication is a very rare complication of long-term venous access. A patient recently presented with erosion of a venous port catheter into a bronchus, with infusion of medications into the bronchus and associated SVC syndrome. A high position of the catheter tip against the wall of the SVC and the beveled style of cut on the catheter tip contributed to this complication. A unique combination of percutaneous techniques was helpful in managing this complication, and surgery was avoided.
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Authors
Larry A. MD, Mir A. MD, Paulette MD, William C. MD,