2015
DOI: 10.1177/0148607115601997
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Sudden‐Onset Bilateral Blindness in a Young Girl Receiving Parenteral Nutrition: Case Report and Review of Literature

Abstract: Blindness secondary to central venous catheterization is very rare; possible mechanisms are venous thrombosis with paradoxical emboli, air emboli, or accidental arterial puncture. Clinicians must exercise caution while using PN. A high index of suspicion is required to diagnose and treat unexpected complications.

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“…When the reasons for this situation were investigated in the literature, it was thought that air embolism, thrombus embolism, or lidocaine toxicity could be among the possible causes. [15][16][17][18] Sermsathanasawadi et al performed a study on a total of 126 saphenous veins of 101 patients. Thrombus extension after cyanoacrylate closure was found not to be a rare complication after CAC therapy.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…When the reasons for this situation were investigated in the literature, it was thought that air embolism, thrombus embolism, or lidocaine toxicity could be among the possible causes. [15][16][17][18] Sermsathanasawadi et al performed a study on a total of 126 saphenous veins of 101 patients. Thrombus extension after cyanoacrylate closure was found not to be a rare complication after CAC therapy.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%