PICC tip dislodgement causing massive pleural effusion and atelectasis with acute respiratory failure: a case report

Abstract Peripheral intravenous central catheter (PICC) is a common tool for intravenous infusion for children who need central venous access. Although it is safe for physicians and nurses to place, complications like infection, occlusion, phlebitis, and bleeding can occur. We report a 5-month-old i...

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Main Authors: Yao Zhu, Yao Qin, Juan Felipe Alvarez, Wanhong Yin
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2024-07-01
Series:BMC Pediatrics
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12887-024-04856-2
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