Persistent Left Superior Vena Cava: A Finding After Central Venous Catheterization

Lopes Morgado, Francisco and Saraiva, Bárbara and Blanco Torres, Celestina and Correia, João (2021) Persistent Left Superior Vena Cava: A Finding After Central Venous Catheterization. European Journal of Case Reports in Internal Medicine, 8 (1). pp. 1-3. ISSN ISSN: 2284-2594

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Abstract

Introduction: Persistence of the left superior vena cava (LSVC) is a rare anatomical variant in the general population, with an estimated incidence of 0.3–0.5% in healthy individuals. It may be diagnosed incidentally after imaging control of the placement of a central venous catheter (CVC) or other device.Patient and Methods: We present the case of a patient with acute disease who required central venous catheterization for the administration of intravenous chemotherapy. Results: Central venous catheterization proved difficult and imaging control revealed the catheter tip in an unusual position. Computed tomography to verify the catheter tip position revealed the presence of a persistent left superior vena cava. The patient then underwent the planned treatment with no complications associated with the CVC.Conclusion: Although uncommon, persistence of the LSVC can have a significant impact in clinical practice, particularly when invasive procedures are required. Its recognition is important in order to minimize the potential complications inherent to such procedures.

Item Type: Article
Uncontrolled Keywords: Superior vena cava, central venous catheterization
Subjects: 600 Tecnologia - Scienze applicate
600 Tecnologia - Scienze applicate > 610 Medicina e salute (Classificare qui la tecnologia dei servizi medici)
600 Tecnologia - Scienze applicate > 610 Medicina e salute (Classificare qui la tecnologia dei servizi medici) > 616 Malattie (classificare qui la Clinica medica, la medicina basata sull'evidenza, la Medicina interna, la Medicina sperimentale)
Depositing User: Marina Spanti
Date Deposited: 20 Dec 2021 15:05
Last Modified: 20 Dec 2021 15:05
URI: http://eprints.bice.rm.cnr.it/id/eprint/21163

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