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Successful Assessment and Management of Chemothorax: A Case Report and Literature Review

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Chemothorax is a rare complication associated with central venous catheters, caused by the inadvertent infusion of chemotherapy into the pleural space due to catheter malposition. Malignant pleural effusion is a common suspect in oncologic patients; however, alternative causes, such as chemothorax, should also be considered. Few cases have been reported, emphasizing the need for careful catheter placement and early recognition of complications to prevent adverse outcomes. The risk of this complication underlines the need for meticulous catheter placement, routine radiologic verification, and prompt management to prevent serious outcomes in affected patients.

Source: Cureus

DOI: 10.7759/cureus.86595

Authors: Hassan Edward Bakali, Batuhan Riza Ecer, Rza Mammadov, Tevfik Ilker Akcam

Institution: Ege University

Language: English

Topic: Central Venous Catheters and Hemodialysis

Subfield: Emergency Medical Services

Field: Health Professions

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4411557073