Giant false aneurysm of the subclavian artery. An unusual complication of internal jugular venous cannulation.
A false aneurysm with a diameter of 15 cm developed in the wall of the subclavian artery after attempted internal jugular cannulation. This potentially lethal complication, its diagnosis and treatment are described.
South West Thames Regional Cardiothoracic Unit, St George's Hospital, London.
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Huddy
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McEwan
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Sabbat
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Parker
D000328:Adult; D000783:Aneurysm / Q000209:etiology*; D002405:Catheterization, Central Venous / Q000009:adverse effects*; D006491:Hemothorax / Q000209:etiology; D006801:Humans; D007601:Jugular Veins; D008297:Male; D013348:Subclavian Artery / Q000293:injuries*