Cytostatic extravasation. A serious complication of long-term venous access.
Totally implantable ports have gained popularity as venous access in the treatment of cancer. A case is reported with an uncommon but very serious complication, i.e., cytostatic extravasation secondary to a broken implanted catheter. Guidelines for implantation and remedies are recommended.
Bach
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Department of Internal Medicine, University Hospital Hvidovre, Copenhagen, Denmark.
Videbaek
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Holst-Christensen
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Boesby
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D000970:Antineoplastic Agents / Q000009:adverse effects; D002408:Catheters, Indwelling; D004868:Equipment Failure; D005119:Extravasation of Diagnostic and Therapeutic Materials; D005260:Female; D006325:Heart Atria; D006801:Humans; D015918:Infusion Pumps, Implantable; D007951:Leukemia, Myeloid / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000188:drug therapy*; D008875:Middle Aged; D009336:Necrosis / Q000139:chemically induced; D011859:Radiography
D000970:Antineoplastic Agents