Fatal subclavian artery haemorrhage. A complication of subclavian vein catheterisation.
Subclavian artery puncture occurred during attempted subclavian vein catheterisation. Although initially stable, the patient became shocked one day later and died from massive local haemorrhage. This case emphasises the need for continued vigilance following accidental arterial puncture.
Mercer-Jones
M A
MA
Royal Liverpool University Hospital.
Wenstone
R
R
Hershman
M J
MJ
D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D002405:Catheterization, Central Venous / Q000009:adverse effects*; D017809:Fatal Outcome; D005260:Female; D006470:Hemorrhage / Q000209:etiology*; D006801:Humans; D013348:Subclavian Artery / Q000293:injuries*; D013350:Subclavian Vein; D014950:Wounds, Penetrating / Q000150:complications*