Central Venous Catheter Rupture in a Pediatric Patient: A Case Study

Thorough assessment of a central venous catheter (CVC) is essential before use in radiology to prevent infiltration or extravasation of fluids, medications, and contrast media. Although rare, reports of pain during injection of an established and properly positioned CVC can be a critical finding ass...

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Published in:	Journal of radiology nursing Vol. 41; no. 3; pp. 220 - 222
Main Authors:	Somers, Andrew, Warren, Shawn, Barja, Grizel Bello, Molvin, Lior, Bradley, Damein
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	Elsevier Inc 01-09-2022
Subjects:	Central venous catheter Pain Pediatric Rupture Central venous catheter Pain Pediatric Rupture
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Summary:	Thorough assessment of a central venous catheter (CVC) is essential before use in radiology to prevent infiltration or extravasation of fluids, medications, and contrast media. Although rare, reports of pain during injection of an established and properly positioned CVC can be a critical finding associated with catheter rupture. Early identification is necessary to reduce potential harm to the patient. •Pain during injection of an established and properly positioned CVC is not commonly reported and can be a critical finding.•Pain and lack of blood return from a CVC may indicate a rupture.•CVC assessment and injection technique may decrease occurrences of rupture.•Repair or replacement of the CVC is typically indicated after a rupture.
ISSN:	1546-0843
DOI:	10.1016/j.jradnu.2022.04.003