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
- Affiliations
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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.