Spontaneous rupture of chemotherapy catheter diagnosed using chest X-ray oblique projections: An interventional radiology approach

[摘要] Totally implanted central venous port systems are widely used to access central veins for patients needing long-term therapy. These devices have low rates of complications and are commonly used to administer medications like chemotherapeutic agents. Spontaneous rupture of a catheter segment is a rare mechanical complication, usually belatedly diagnosed and presenting with complications. We present a case of a spontaneously ruptured chemotherapy catheter diagnosed using a novel approach via oblique projections on chest X-rays and successfully removed using an endovascular approach.

[学科分类] 生物化学工程

[关键词] Catheter rupture;Chemotherapy catheter;Endovascular treatment;Chest X-ray;Pinch-off syndrome;Catheter fracture