Acquired chylothorax in association with supraclavicular ultrasound-guided access to the brachiocephalic vein in a neonate

Bella Zhong, Richard Barnes, Atul Malhotra, Pramod Pharande
Monash University and Monash Children’s Hospital.
Australia

Journal of Vascular Access
J Vasc Access 2022; 23: 640-643
DOI: 10.1177/11297298211005267

Abstract
Achieving and maintaining venous access can be challenging in some premature and low birth weight infants. In this population, the supraclavicular ultrasound-guided in-plane approach to the brachiocephalic vein for central venous access has demonstrated great success with a low rate of complications. This case describes the first report of acquired chylothorax in association with this technique, in a previously extremely preterm and low birth weight infant.

Category
Pulmonary Lymphatic Disease

Age Focus: Pediatric Pulmonary Vascular Disease

Fresh or Filed Publication: Filed (PHiled). Greater than 1-2 years since publication

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