Pleural Effusion with Parenteral Nutrition Solution: An Unusual Complication of an “Appropriately” Placed Umbilical Venous Catheter

ABSTRACT

Pleural effusion is not an uncommon complication of percutaneous intravenous catheters in neonates. Umbilical venous catheters (UVCs) are associated with pleural effusion following abnormal placement in the left atrium or pulmonary veins due to venous obstruction. We report for the first time a case of right-sided pleural effusion with parenteral nutrition solution following a UVC that appeared to be positioned appropriately in the inferior vena cava.

KEYWORDS

Hydrothorax - umbilical venous catheter - inferior vena cava

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