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Central venous thrombophlebitis diagnosed by computerized tomography scanning.

T Khor1, J Anderson, P McRae

  • 1Department of Urology and Radiology, Perth, Western Australia.

The Australian and New Zealand Journal of Surgery
|October 1, 1992
PubMed
Summary

Computerized tomography scanning rapidly diagnosed a septic thrombus caused by an intravenous catheter. This imaging technique identified gas bubbles and assessed the thrombus extent and associated swelling.

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Area of Science:

  • Radiology
  • Vascular Medicine
  • Infectious Disease

Background:

  • Intravenous catheter use is common but carries risks, including infection and thrombosis.
  • Septic thrombus formation can lead to serious complications if not promptly diagnosed.

Observation:

  • A case involving an intravenous catheter-induced septic thrombus was investigated.
  • Gas bubbles were detected within the thrombus using computerized tomography scanning.

Findings:

  • Computerized tomography scanning enabled prompt diagnosis and assessment of the septic thrombus.
  • The thrombus extended from the right subclavian vein to the superior vena cava and into the right internal jugular vein.
  • Computerized tomography scanning also evaluated deep tissue swelling and upper respiratory tract competence.

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Implications:

  • Computerized tomography scanning is a valuable tool for diagnosing and assessing complex cases of septic thrombus.
  • Early detection and assessment facilitate timely and appropriate patient management.
  • This case highlights the importance of considering imaging in suspected catheter-related complications.