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Neonatal cardiac tamponade following PICC insertion

"Neonatal cardiac tamponade is a serious and rare complication of PICC line insertion. Early detection by point of care ultrasound (POCUS) and management by pericardiocentesis improves the chances of survival" Jain et al (2024).

"Neonatal cardiac tamponade is a serious and rare complication of PICC line insertion. Early detection by point of care ultrasound (POCUS) and management by pericardiocentesis improves the chances of survival" Jain et al (2024).

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Neonatal cardiac tamponade following PICC insertion

Abstract:

Peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) insertion is a routine procedure in the neonatal intensive care unit required for prolonged intravenous fluid, nutrition and medication support. Neonatal cardiac tamponade is a serious and rare complication of PICC line insertion. Early detection by point of care ultrasound (POCUS) and management by pericardiocentesis improves the chances of survival. Regular simulation-based training sessions on a mannequin, along with knowledge of POCUS, can assist neonatologists and paediatricians for a quick and appropriate response in this emergency condition.


Reference:

Jain A, Patra S, Chetan C, Gupta G. Usefulness of skills in point of care ultrasound and simulation-based training as essential competencies in acute management of neonatal cardiac tamponade. BMJ Case Rep. 2024 Feb 17;17(2):e256151. doi: 10.1136/bcr-2023-256151. PMID: 38367993; PMCID: PMC10875498.

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