Superior sagittal sinus thrombosis after internal jugular vein cannulation.

Stephens, P H; Lennox, G; Hirsch, N; Miller, D · Br J Anaesth · 1991

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

A case of cerebral venous sinus thrombosis after central venous cannulation is presented. This occurred after a catheter had been in place for 5 days. The patient presented with thrombosis of the left internal jugular vein 4 days after removal of the catheter. Despite anticoagulation, the patient developed symptoms of increased intracranial pressure. Subsequently, a diagnosis of superior sagittal sinus thrombosis was made. The aetiology, diagnosis and management of this uncommon complication of central venous cannulation are discussed.

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