Korean J Perinatol.  2012 Sep;23(3):188-192.

Pleural Effusion and Diaphragmatic Palsy Associated with Peripherally Inserted Central Venous Catheter in a Preterm Infant

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  • 1Department of Pediatrics, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul, Korea. yschang@skku.edu

Abstract

Pleural effusion and diaphragmatic palsy secondary to fluid extravasation after central line insertion in the neonate are rare complications. Here we report a case of right pleural effusion and diaphragmatic palsy caused by fluid extravasation associated with peripherally inserted central venous catheter in the preterm infant.

Keyword

Pleural effusion; Diaphragmatic palsy; Central venous catheter; Preterm

MeSH Terms

Central Venous Catheters
Humans
Infant, Newborn
Infant, Premature
Paralysis
Pleural Effusion
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