Misplaced devices in the chest, abdomen, and pelvis: Part II.

Semin Ultrasound CT MR

Department of Radiology, Musculoskeletal Imaging Section, University of Arizona Health Sciences Center, 1501 N. Campbell Avenue, Room 1343, Tucson, AZ 85724-5067, USA.

Published: April 2006

AI Article Synopsis

  • Many medical devices are utilized primarily in the chest, with fewer found in the abdomen and pelvis, commonly appearing in radiological studies.
  • Understanding the correct positioning and function of these devices is crucial, rather than just knowing their names.
  • Radiologists must quickly identify any malpositioning or damage to these devices and inform the physician, as such issues can lead to serious or even fatal complications.

Article Abstract

Numerous medical devices are used in the chest and fewer in the abdomen and pelvis. They are frequently seen on various radiological studies in daily practice. Knowing the specific name of the device is not important. However, knowing the proper positioning and function of the device is necessary. It is a duty of the reporting radiologist to recognize the malpositioning or breakage of a medical device and to inform the responsible physician promptly, since these complications can have undesirable consequences and sometimes a fatal outcome.

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http://dx.doi.org/10.1053/j.sult.2006.01.003DOI Listing

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