Guidewire Loss during Central Venous Catheterization in a Patient without Symptoms: A Case Report

Abstract

Central venous catheterization is routinely performed in operating rooms, emergency departments, and intensive care units. The Seldinger technique, a comparatively safe method, is frequently utilized in such procedure. Nonetheless, this method has inherent risks; hence, it should be cautiously applied. Although complications related to guidewire utilization are rare, they can have important side effects. Herein, we describe a case of guidewire loss during central venous catheterization in a patient without symptom. Further, the causes of guidewire non-removal during central venous catheterization and preventive strategies were investigated.