Abstract

As a result of the increased use of smaller catheters and of central venous catheter placement, embolization of a catheter fragment occurs more frequently than before. This can result in severe complications and death. The retrieval of 4-cm, 4-French catheter fragment from the right common carotid artery is described. This technique can be used in most vessels

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