Percutaneous retrieval of a fractured dialysis catheter using a balloon

J Vasc Access. 2017 Jul 14;18(4):e42-e44. doi: 10.5301/jva.5000638.

Abstract

Intravascular foreign bodies can cause serious complications and catheter fracture with or without embolization is a rare, serious event. Intravascular fragments from broken catheters can be retrieved percutaneously or surgically, and should be removed as soon as possible to prevent further lethal complications. A gooseneck loop snare is the most popular device for endovascular retrieval of intravascular foreign bodies. Herein, we present the first report of successful percutaneous retrieval of a fractured catheter using a balloon.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Catheterization, Central Venous / adverse effects
  • Catheterization, Central Venous / instrumentation*
  • Catheters, Indwelling*
  • Central Venous Catheters*
  • Device Removal / instrumentation*
  • Endovascular Procedures / instrumentation*
  • Equipment Failure
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Phlebography
  • Renal Dialysis / adverse effects
  • Renal Dialysis / instrumentation*
  • Treatment Outcome
  • Vena Cava, Superior* / diagnostic imaging