Preventing complications of subclavian vein catheterization.
The proximity of the subclavian vein to several important structures of the arm, neck and chest make serious complications in subclavian catheterization occur in 0.4% to 9.9% of cases. Complications can be in immediate, chronic and late categories. An understanding of the anatomy, venography and a step-by-step technique of catheterization will help prevent complications and assist the physician in recognizing them when they occur.
D002406:Catheterization, Peripheral / Q000009:adverse effects* / Q000379:methods; D006801:Humans; D013350:Subclavian Vein