High glucose concentration in pericardial fluid: An indication for iatrogenic cardiac tamponade in a neonate
Abstract
We present a case of neonatal pericardial tamponade due to umbilical
venous catheterization, a rare, but life threatening complication.
A newborn who developed sudden clinical deterioration at 44th
hour following umbilical venous catheterization, is reported.
Echocardiography showed marked pericardial effusion. Urgent
pericardiocentesis was performed. Analysis of pericardial fluid
revealed high glucose level consistent with the composition of
total parenteral nutrition fluid being infused through the catheter.
Pericardial tamponade should be considered in any infant with
a central venous catheter who suddenly deteriorates and urgent
pericardiocentesis should be attempted.
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References
- Green C, Yohannan MD. Umbilical arterial and venous catheters: placement, use, and complications. Neonatal Netw 1998; 17:23-8.
Details
Primary Language
English
Subjects
Clinical Sciences
Journal Section
Research Article
Authors
Elif Erolu Gunay
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Türkiye
Aslı Memısoglu
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Türkiye
Sinem Altınyuva Usta
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Oyku Tosun
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Türkiye
Koray Ak
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Türkiye
Figen Akalın
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Türkiye
Publication Date
October 15, 2016
Submission Date
December 26, 2016
Acceptance Date
September 27, 2016
Published in Issue
Year 2016 Volume: 29 Number: 3