Surgical removal of an ectopic haemodialysis catheter in the brachiocephalic artery: a case report.

Percutaneous central vein catheterization is commonly performed to access venous circulation for various clinical indications. However, unintentional arterial puncture may occur which can result in catastrophic complications. We report a case of an inadvertent right brachiocephalic artery cannulation in a 77-year-old lady planned for haemodialysis via a percutaneous internal jugular vein vascular access performed under ultrasound guidance.

Operative challenges in a gigantic ganglioneuroma of the posterior mediastinum with mediastinal compression.

Symptomatic giant ganglioneuromas with mediastinal compression are rare, complicating its management with significant morbidity and mortality risks. A meticulous multidisciplinary preoperative planning is pivotal in ensuring success. We describe a case of a 30-year-old man with a giant posterior mediastinal mass with compression and displacement of the mediastinal structures.