Subdural intravenous fat collection: an unusual complication of central intravenous feeding in the neonate.
We report on a very low birth weight preterm infant who developed a subdural collection of infusion lipid while receiving total parenteral nutrition. A possible mechanism is outlined.
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Department of Pediatrics, Charing Cross Hospital, London, United Kingdom.
MacMahon
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Kovar
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D002405:Catheterization, Central Venous / Q000009:adverse effects*; D004868:Equipment Failure; D006801:Humans; D006849:Hydrocephalus / Q000209:etiology*; D007230:Infant, Low Birth Weight; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D008297:Male; D010289:Parenteral Nutrition, Total / Q000009:adverse effects*