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- Diane K Clark and Evelyn Plaizier.
- Intermountain Healthcare, Murray, UT, USA. dianekclark@hotmail.com
- J Neurosci Nurs. 2011 Aug 1;43(4):193-6; quiz 197-8.
BackgroundAir embolism is a well-published complication arising from central venous catheter use. Literature and case studies provide information regarding clinical sequelae. Preventable mistakes still occur despite following what is considered appropriate protocol. This case report describes the neurological complications likely caused by a cerebral air embolism related to central venous catheter removal.CaseAn 84-year-old man was admitted to the neuroscience critical care unit with acute stroke symptoms and seizures after removal of a central venous catheter.ConclusionThere is an abundance of literature describing best practice, complications, and treatment of venous air embolism associated with central line catheter use. Utilization of central venous catheters is increasing. With increased utilization comes the responsibility to improve commonplace knowledge and ensure that practice guidelines and protocols are dependable and consistent.
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