Right Ventricular Pseudoaneurysm: An Unexpected Complication Following Insertion of Jugular Central Venous Line.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Right ventricular pseudoaneurysm is a rare and poorly documented condition.

Case summary

This paper reports a case of right ventricular pseudoaneurysm of iatrogenic origin, which developed after placement of internal jugular central venous catheter. The patient underwent successful percutaneous closure.

Discussion

The formation of a pseudoaneurysm is potentially fatal. The main causes are ischemic, postsurgical, infectious, and after percutaneous valve replacement. Diagnosis is based on nonspecific symptoms and multimodal imaging. Treatment may be medical, surgical, or percutaneous, depending on the clinic, imaging, and decision of the heart team.

Take-home messages

Right ventricular pseudoaneurysm is a rare and poorly documented condition that can c

SUBMITTER: Kozmek L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11830257 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature