Fatal hydrothorax associated with subclavian vein catheterization for hemodialysis. |
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| Authors: | L B Zeien T T Noguchi |
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| Institution: | Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, University of Southern California Medical Center, Los Angeles 90033. |
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| Abstract: | A rare iatrogenic complication of subclavian vein catheterization for hemodialysis is massive hydrothorax. A case is presented that illustrates the need for adherence to a standard procedure of prompt roentgenologic examination in conjunction with catheterization, and emphasizes the importance of the autopsy as a means of quality assurance. |
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