An unusual complication of percutaneous catheterization of the internal jugular vein.
A case is presented of a chronic extrapleural hematoma of the right lung apex after attempted cannulation of the internal jugular vein. Although the percutaneous cannulation of internal jugular vein enjoys wide popularity, this procedure is not without potential for serious and late complications.
D000310:Adrenal Gland Neoplasms / Q000601:surgery; D002404:Catheterization / Q000009:adverse effects*; D006406:Hematoma / Q000209:etiology*; D006801:Humans; D007601:Jugular Veins / Q000293:injuries*; D008171:Lung Diseases / Q000209:etiology*; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D010673:Pheochromocytoma / Q000601:surgery