Accidental embolization of an intravenous cannula in the upper limb: retrieval following computed tomography localization

Ai, Bloom; Yg, Woolf; Cuenca, Abigo

doi:10.1097/00063110-199606000-00009

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“…2 Previously reported cases of embolized fractured peripheral intravenous cannula were managed by surgical technique. 3 4 Endovascular retrieval of this particular foreign body is technically challenging and it has not been described in the literature. We present a case of accidental fracture of peripheral intravenous cannula tip with embolism into anterior segmental branch of right descending pulmonary artery and its endovascular management.…”

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Pulmonary Embolization of Radiolucent Intravenous Cannula: Endovascular Retrieval

Giragani

Singh

Gonuguntla

et al. 2021

Indian J Radiol Imaging

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Fracture and embolization of peripheral intravenous cannula is very rare. Although endovascular retrieval is the standard of care for most of the embolized intravascular devices, endovascular management of embolized peripheral intravenous cannula is technically difficult due to its radiolucent nature and it is not described previously in the literature. We describe the clinical presentation, imaging findings, and endovascular management in a middle aged male who had fractured peripheral intravenous cannula which was embolized into the pulmonary artery branch. Technical nuances associated with retrieval of this radiolucent little plastic tube have been discussed.

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Pulmonary Embolization of Radiolucent Intravenous Cannula: Endovascular Retrieval

Giragani

Singh

Gonuguntla

et al. 2021

Indian J Radiol Imaging

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Vuong¹,

Berry²

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The Pathology of Vessels

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CT-guided retrieval of a fractured intravenous cannula in a toddler: A case report

Adeosun

Abdulazeez²,

Okeke³

et al. 2020

African Journal of Emergency Medicine

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Introduction Fractured cannula is a complication of peripheral intravenous cannula (PIVC) insertion. It is a rare but potentially fatal complication. We present a case of iatrogenic fracture of a PIVC in a toddler. Case report An acutely ill 30-month-old boy presented at the emergency room and a PIVC insertion was attempted several times using the same cannula which fractured in the process. While the main part of the device was recovered, about 7 mm of the cannula was retained in the tissues and was not palpable. Computed tomography was used to locate the foreign body which was surgically removed under general anesthesia. Discussion A fractured and retained PIVC, especially when it is not palpable clinically, is an emergency due to possible embolization and the consequent potentially fatal outcome. This case underscores strict adherence to standard guidelines in prevention and the importance of computed tomography in the management of this condition.

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Accidental embolization of an intravenous cannula in the upper limb: retrieval following computed tomography localization

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Pulmonary Embolization of Radiolucent Intravenous Cannula: Endovascular Retrieval

Pulmonary Embolization of Radiolucent Intravenous Cannula: Endovascular Retrieval

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CT-guided retrieval of a fractured intravenous cannula in a toddler: A case report

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