Chylous Pericardial Effusion and Tamponade Due to Catheter Induced Superior Vena Caval Obstruction in a Premature Infant
Journal: Journal of Pediatrics & Child Care (Vol.1, No. 1)Publication Date: 2015-06-05
Authors : Priyanka Asrani; Mitali Sahni; Ashraf M Aly; Sunil Jain;
Page : 1-3
Keywords : Chylopericardium; Pericardial effusion; Pericardial tamponade;
Abstract
Chylous pericardial effusion and tamponade in children are rare complications of thoracic duct injury during cardiothoracic surgeries or as a result of superior vena cava (SVC) obstruction. We report a rare case of chylous tamponade in a premature infant as a complication of long standing central venous catheterization resulting in SVC obstruction. Urgent pericardiocentesis and then surgical creation of a pericardial window resulted in complete resolution of the effusion and recovery of the patient.
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