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Inferior vena cava: translumbar catheterization for central venous access.

D F Denny1, L H Greenwood, S S Morse

  • 1Department of Diagnostic Radiology, Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, CT 06510.

Radiology
|September 1, 1989
PubMed
Summary

Translumbar inferior vena cava catheterization is a safe and successful technique for patients needing long-term central venous access when traditional methods fail. This procedure offers a viable solution for complex cases requiring durable venous access.

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Area of Science:

  • Vascular Surgery
  • Interventional Radiology

Background:

  • Central venous access is crucial for long-term therapies.
  • Thrombosis of usual access sites presents a significant clinical challenge.
  • Alternative methods for venous access are essential for patient management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the safety and success of translumbar inferior vena cava catheterization.
  • To assess the efficacy of this technique in patients with thrombosed conventional access routes.

Main Methods:

  • Translumbar inferior vena cava catheterization was performed in six patients requiring long-term central venous access.
  • Seven procedures were conducted using various catheter sizes (7-F to 12-F Silastic catheters).
  • Patient demographics included ages from 2 to 76 years, with a 2:1 male to female ratio.

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Main Results:

  • Catheter placement was successful and uncomplicated in all seven procedures.
  • Functioning catheters were maintained for extended periods (up to 32 months) in surviving patients.
  • Complications included sepsis requiring catheter removal in one patient (twice).
  • Mortality in two patients was attributed to underlying conditions (metastatic breast cancer, AIDS).

Conclusions:

  • Translumbar inferior vena cava catheterization is a safe and effective alternative for patients with thrombosed central venous access sites.
  • The technique provides durable venous access, even in challenging clinical scenarios.
  • Careful patient selection is key to optimizing outcomes with this interventional approach.