Author/Authors :
Singh, Prem K All India Institute of Medical Sciences - Department of Neuroanaesthesiology, India , Ali, Zulfiquar All India Institute of Medical Sciences - Department of Neuroanaesthesiology, India , Rath, Girija P All India Institute of Medical Sciences - Department of Neuroanesthesiology, India , Prabhakar, Hemanshu All India Institute of Medical Sciences - Neurosciences Center - Department of Neuroanaesthesiology, India
Abstract :
The supraclavicular approach of subclavian vein catheterization is associated with the lowest incidence of malposition. We report two cases of unusual malpositions seen during central venous cathelerization of subclavian vein via supraclavicular approach. Literature search did notreveal such malpositions. The possible cause for the malposition and method to prevent it is discussed.
