Fatal pulmonary hemorrhage complicating Swan-Ganz catheterization.
A case of fatal pulmonary hemorrhage secondary to catheterization with a balloon-tipped catheter is described, and the literature describing possible mechanisms for this complication is reviewed. A common denominator in patients suffering pulmonary hemorrhage is pulmonary hypertension. Recommendations for management of this complication are discussed.
D006328:Cardiac Catheterization / Q000009:adverse effects*; D005260:Female; D006491:Hemothorax / Q000209:etiology* / Q000401:mortality; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D011651:Pulmonary Artery / Q000601:surgery