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Middle East Journal of Anesthesiology. 2008; 19 (6): 1405-1410
in English
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| ID: emr-89132
ABSTRACT
The supraclavicular approach of subclavian vein catheterization is associated with the lowest incidence of malposition. We report two cases of unusual malpositions seen during central venous catheterization of subclavian vein via supraclavicular approach. Literature search did not reveal such malpositions. The possible cause for the malposition and method to prevent it is discussed