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Scholars Journal of Medical Case Reports | Volume-11 | Issue-07
Guidewire Loss during Central Venous Catheterization in a Patient without Symptoms: A Case Report
Hyo Gyun Choi, Myoung Hun Kim
Published: July 29, 2023 | 79 95
DOI: 10.36347/sjmcr.2023.v11i07.021
Pages: 1407-1411
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Abstract
Central venous catheterization is routinely performed in operating rooms, emergency departments, and intensive care units. The Seldinger technique, a comparatively safe method, is frequently utilized in such procedure. Nonetheless, this method has inherent risks; hence, it should be cautiously applied. Although complications related to guidewire utilization are rare, they can have important side effects. Herein, we describe a case of guidewire loss during central venous catheterization in a patient without symptom. Further, the causes of guidewire non-removal during central venous catheterization and preventive strategies were investigated.