Fractured retained central venous catheter fragment

Discussion:

Imaging features are compatible with a retained fractured central venous catheter fragment in the right subclavian vein. 

Due to the risk of complications such as infection, thrombosis and central migration, these retained fragments should be removed by either open surgical or percutaneous endovascular approach. 

The patient was referred to the vascular surgeon for possible exploration and removal.

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