Carotid-jugular arteriovenous fistula and cerebrovascular infarct: A case report of an iatrogenic complication following internal jugular vein catheterization
HEMODIALYSIS INTERNATIONAL, vol.15, no.2, pp.284-287, 2011 (SCI-Expanded, Scopus)
- Publication Type: Article / Article
- Volume: 15 Issue: 2
- Publication Date: 2011
- Doi Number: 10.1111/j.1542-4758.2010.00525.x
- Journal Name: HEMODIALYSIS INTERNATIONAL
- Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus
- Page Numbers: pp.284-287
- Erciyes University Affiliated: Yes
Abstract
Central venous catheterization is frequently performed for perioperative management and long-term intravenous access. Although complications associated with central venous catheter insertion have been widely reported, there are few reports of carotid-jugular arteriovenous fistula formation. Endovascular procedures are associated with a risk of immediate and delayed thromboembolic and ischemic complications. We describe a case of a carotid-jugular arteriovenous fistula and a cerebrovascular infarct following the insertion of a double-lumen catheter for hemodialysis access. We provide recommendations for the prevention and the early detection of this iatrogenic complication.