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The Supraclavicular Fossa Ultrasound View for Central Venous Catheter Placement and Catheter Change Over Guidewire
Published on: December 23, 2014
Javelin injury to the subclavian artery
Abstract:
Penetrating arterial injuries are exceedingly rare in athletics. The successful repair of a traumatic transection of a subclavian artery resulting from a javelin injury is reported. The importance of a high index of suspicion and an expedient and thorough evaluation of penetrating cervical and supraclavicular injuries on the part of the athletic staff and the physician is stressed. Subclavian arterial injuries are discussed and pitfalls in their assessment are listed. The principles of surgical management are outlined.
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