Perforation of the SVC by an i.v. catheter is a rare, 3 but significant clinical complication. This may induce hemothorax, hydrothorax, pneumothorax, hydromediastinum and pneumomediastinum. 4, 5 ...

This patient will require a different type of central catheter. The presence of upper extremity or subclavian thrombosis is another contraindication for bedside PICC insertion, whether or not ...