A simple technique for redirection of malpositioned Broviac or Hickman catheters

Surg Gynecol Obstet. 1988 Sep;167(3):246-8.

Abstract

A simple angiographic technique for repositioning an aberrantly located Broviac or Hickman catheter tip is described. It is easy to perform and requires catheters and guide wires that are available in all angiography rooms. The technique is effective, and it has had no complications.

MeSH terms

  • Catheterization, Central Venous / methods*
  • Catheters, Indwelling
  • Humans
  • Radiography
  • Subclavian Vein / diagnostic imaging
  • Vena Cava, Inferior / diagnostic imaging
  • Vena Cava, Superior / diagnostic imaging