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[Relation between the development of thrombophlebitis of the subclavian vein and the side of catheterization]
Vestnik Khirurgii Imeni I. I. Grekova
|June 1, 1984
Insights
Subclavian vein catheterization can lead to thrombophlebitis in 1.5% of patients. Right subclavian vein thrombophlebitis occurs four times more frequently than left, due to anatomical differences.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Surgery
- Interventional Radiology
- Medical Complications
Context:
- Subclavian vein catheterization is a common medical procedure.
- Thrombophlebitis is a potential complication of central venous catheterization.
- Understanding complication rates is crucial for patient safety.
Purpose:
- To investigate the incidence of subclavian vein thrombophlebitis post-catheterization.
- To compare the occurrence of thrombophlebitis between the right and left subclavian veins.
- To explore the anatomical basis for observed differences in complication rates.
Summary:
- A study of 2435 patients found subclavian vein thrombophlebitis in 1.5% of catheterization procedures.
- Thrombophlebitis of the right subclavian vein was observed four times more often than the left.
- Anatomical variations between the right and left subclavian veins are proposed as the cause.
Impact:
- Highlights the risk of thrombophlebitis associated with subclavian vein catheterization.
- Provides data for risk assessment and preventative strategies.
- Informs surgical and radiological practices regarding central venous access.
Abstract:
Under study was the development of thrombophlebitis of the subclavian vein after its catheterization in 2435 patients. The complication was shown to appear in 1,5% of all the manipulations. Thrombophlebitis of the right subclavian vein was found to develop four times more often than that of the left one. It is accounted for by differences in the anatomical structure of the right and left subclavian veins.