Incidental conversion to sinus rhythm from atrial fibrillation during external jugular venous catheterization.
External jugular venous (EJV) catheterization is a frequent method of gaining central venous access because of its low complication rate. We describe a unique experience during EJV in which a patient with chronic atrial fibrillation converted suddenly to a sustained sinus rhythm without perioperative complication from this event. Our experience depicts a rare consequence of the central catheter placement and we, as anesthesiologists, should be aware of its potential occurrence in the operating room.
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Department of Anesthesiology, College of Physicians & Surgeons of Columbia University, New York, NY. USA.
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D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D001281:Atrial Fibrillation / Q000503:physiopathology*; D002406:Catheterization, Peripheral; D004562:Electrocardiography; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007601:Jugular Veins; D012849:Sinoatrial Node / Q000503:physiopathology*