PICC tip dislodgement causing massive pleural effusion and atelectasis with acute respiratory failure: a case report.
BMC Pediatr
; 24(1): 441, 2024 Jul 10.
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| ID: mdl-38987700
ABSTRACT
Peripheral intravenous central catheter (PICC) is a common tool for intravenous infusion for children who need central venous access. Although it is safe for physicians and nurses to place, complications like infection, occlusion, phlebitis, and bleeding can occur. We report a 5-month-old infant who suffered respiratory failure caused by catheter malposition resulting in massive fluid infusion into the thoracic cavity. Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) was utilized to identify a massive pleural effusion that prompted urgent drainage. Complications related to PICC in pediatric patients are not common but difficult to immediately identify sometimes. Therefore, careful attention should be paid by physicians to identify and reduce the risk of complications associated with PICC. Thus, visual tools are strongly advised to enhance the safety of invasive procedures.
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Colección:
01-internacional
Base de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Derrame Pleural
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Insuficiencia Respiratoria
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Atelectasia Pulmonar
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Cateterismo Periférico
Límite:
Humans
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Infant
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Male
Idioma:
En
Revista:
BMC Pediatr
Asunto de la revista:
PEDIATRIA
Año:
2024
Tipo del documento:
Article
País de afiliación:
China
Pais de publicación:
Reino Unido