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CVC Complications

Complications of Central Lines

TermDefinition
Occlusion Central line becomes blocked by debris and/or clots
Embolism Foreign body in the circulatory system - may be air, blood clot, or a piece of the catheter breaking off; may occlude blood vessels
System or local infections Central lines are a foreign body, which increases infection risk
Nerve injury Most commonly occurs during insertion; nerves may be damaged
Cardiac tamponade Blood accumulating in the pericardial sac; may occur from damage during central line insertion
Hemorrhage Excessive bleeding; may occur due to vessel damage with central line insertion
Pneumothorax Air in the chest cavity; may result from damage to the pleura and/or lung during central line insertion
Hydrothorax Water/fluid in the chest cavity; may occur as a result of catheter migration and/or pleural damage during central line insertion
Hemothorax Blood in the chest cavity; may occur due to damage to the pleura during central line insertion
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