Permacath: wrong pathway leading to a correct destination

Indian J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg. 2024 Sep;40(5):629-632. doi: 10.1007/s12055-024-01738-1. Epub 2024 Apr 25.

Abstract

Permacath insertion using ultrasound has drastically reduced complications than those associated with blind puncture. We hereby report a case of entry of the permacath into the right femoral vein after through and through puncture of the right femoral artery. Use of real-time ultrasound, early clinical suspicion, timely diagnosis, and emergency surgery can avoid grave complications.

Keywords: Blind puncture; Permacath; Ultrasound.