Catheter-Induced Thrombosis of the Superior Vena Cava

Abstract

There has been an increase in the use of central venous catheters (CVCs) in clinical practice. One of the most dangerous complications associated with their use is symptomatic or asymptomatic thrombosis (T), sometimes associated with superior vena cava (SVC) syndrome, resulting from impaired venous drainage. The right heart clots can induce an increased risk of mortality due the potential pulmonary embolism (PE). We report a case of asymptomatic 83-year-old woman in whom the thrombosis was detected after an echocardiogram. Echocardiography demonstrated a cardiac mass, and the T was confirmed by (magnetic resonance imaging) MRI. The clinical scenario, a high index of suspicion and routine use of echocardiogram in patients with CVC, can lead to a correct diagnosis, preventing dangerous complications.

Management of Cavoatrial Deep Venous Thrombosis: Incorporating New Strategies

“…22 The diagnosis of a significant SVC thrombosis can be achieved with noninvasive duplex testing. 23 Confirmation with CT or MR venogram may be necessary to examine if a large central venous thrombus extends into the right atrium. This appears to be a relatively rare complication, with only a handful of case reports documented in the literature.…”

“…This appears to be a relatively rare complication, with only a handful of case reports documented in the literature. 23,24 The management of SVC thrombosis is centered on achieving adequate patient symptom relief. 25 Therefore, if expectant management and therapy with systemic anticoagulation alone fails to improve patient symptoms, recanalization procedures aimed at restoring SVC patency may be next pursued.…”

Impedimetric method to monitor biological layer formation on central venous catheters for hemodialysis made of carbothane

“…Recently, the number of patients undergoing hemodialysis treatment with central venous catheters [1]- [3] has grown. For instance, in the US, it amounts to about 6-150 million each year [4]- [6].…”

“…For instance, in the US, it amounts to about 6-150 million each year [4]- [6]. Insertion of the catheter is an invasive procedure associated with infectious and thrombotic complications [1], [3], [7]- [13], predisposing to the occurrence of a number of complications. It is estimated that every year 12-25% of patients die due to complications and infections [14], [15].…”

Superior Vena Cava Syndrome as the Preliminary Manifestation of Hodgkin’s Lymphoma in A 31 Year Old Female Patient: A Case Report

“…Hodgkin's lymphoma despite its common presentation with marked mediastinal lymphadenopathy infrequently causes SVCS [1][2][3]. Intrinsic compression of the SVC due to thrombosis is recently on the increase due to the use of pacemakers, central venous catheters, defibrillators and dialysis catheters [4][5][6][7].…”