Saudi Arabia
Case Report
A Case Report on Reversible Horner’s Syndrome as a Complication of Left Internal Jugular Vein Catheterization
Author(s): Khalid Al-Matham, Fadel Al-Rowaie, Abdulaziz Al-Atmi and Lina Al-SharifKhalid Al-Matham, Fadel Al-Rowaie, Abdulaziz Al-Atmi and Lina Al-Sharif
Horner’s syndrome, characterized by clinical signs including ptosis, pupillary miosis resulting in anisocoria, and facial anhydrosis, is a rare ocular complication following internal jugular vein catheterization. We report a case occurring in a 23-year old female who developed acute left-sided Horner’s syndrome after uneventful insertion of a left-sided permanent dialysis catheter. Ultrasound revealed no evidence of hematoma or carotid dissection. The catheter was left in place, and her symptoms resolved completely after 2 days. Clinicians should be alert for Horner’s syndrome in these patients, to assure appropriate diagnosis, documentation, and follow-up are provided, aiming at greater understanding of risk factors for and potential consequences of this rare complication.Establishing reliable vascular access is essential for successful hemodialysis in patient.. Read More»
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