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Perinatal/Neonatal Case Presentation

Cannula tip intravascular migration in an infant

Journal of Perinatology volume 26, pages 650–652 (2006)Cite this article

Abstract

In infants, the tip of a cannula is sometimes used as introducer during peripherally inserted central catheters placement. We report a rare complication of this procedure, characterized by intravascular migration of the cannula tip during peripheral insertion of a central venous catheter. We review this unlikely complication and treatment options.

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We are grateful to Dr M Bevilacqua (Cardiology Department) and to all the colleagues who helped in the management and discussion of the case.

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  1. Department of Medical and Surgical Neonatology, ‘Bambino Gesù’ Children's Hospital, Rome, Italy

    F Morini, J Rechichi, M P Ronchetti, F Savignoni & C Corchia

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Morini, F., Rechichi, J., Ronchetti, M. et al. Cannula tip intravascular migration in an infant. J Perinatol 26, 650–652 (2006). https://doi.org/10.1038/sj.jp.7211566

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