title: Left mediastinal central line malposition--a case report.
abstract: Central venous line malpositioning in the left mediastinum is a rare event. A case of left superior intercostal vein central venous line placement is reported. Chest radiographs, especially lateral views and contrast studies, are useful for position evaluation. Catheter removal is prudent although the purpose of the catheter and the symptomatology can dictate further management of the malpositioned catheter.
authors.affiliation: Division of Surgical Oncology, Roswell Park Cancer Institute, Buffalo, New York, USA.
authors.forename: T L
authors.initials: TL
authors.lastname: Moskal
authors.forename: C E
authors.initials: CE
authors.lastname: Ray
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D001401:Azygos Vein / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D001943:Breast Neoplasms / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000628:therapy; D002405:Catheterization, Central Venous / Q000009:adverse effects*; D003287:Contrast Media; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007601:Jugular Veins; D008482:Mediastinum / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D011859:Radiography; D014683:Vena Cava, Superior / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging
chemical_list: D003287:Contrast Media