Recurrent Chylothorax Caused by a Retained Guidewire in a Central Vein: A Case Report
The loss of a guidewire occurs very rarely during central venous catheterization (CVC). Guidewire loss can lead to serious mechanical, thrombotic, and infectious complications. A 74-year-old woman was admitted to our institution with dyspnea. Chest computed tomography revealed a guidewire that had r...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Korea Geriatrics Society
2017-09-01
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| Series: | Annals of Geriatric Medicine and Research |
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| Online Access: | http://www.e-agmr.org/journal/view.html?doi=10.4235/agmr.2017.21.3.142 |