We investigated a case of a peripherally inserted central venous catheter associated with iliolumbar venous extravasation in an infant. Hyperosmolar infusion and calcium gluconate caused phlebitis and vascular perforation. Daily monitoring of the catheter length at the insertion site and serial radiography may aid in detecting catheter movement.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFTissue plasminogen activator can effectively treat clinical thrombosis in premature infants 11 hours after birth.
View Article and Find Full Text PDF