X(-rays) sometimes mark the spot: A case of occult central venous catheter embolization.

CONCLUSION: Although routine chest radiographs are no longer necessary after peripherally inserted central catheter implantation, they are in diagnosing peripherally inserted central catheter-related complications even in asymptomatic patients. We discuss their use and the possible role of securement devices in preventing some instances of catheter embolization. PMID: 32886031 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: The Journal of Vascular Access - Category: Surgery Tags: J Vasc Access Source Type: research