A rare complication of internal jugular vein cannulation: Horner's syndrome

Doǧan E., Erkoç R., Sayarlıoğlu H., Etlik Ö., Uzun K.

European Journal of General Medicine, vol.2, no.4, pp.167-168, 2005 (Scopus) identifier identifier

  • Publication Type: Article / Article
  • Volume: 2 Issue: 4
  • Publication Date: 2005
  • Journal Name: European Journal of General Medicine
  • Journal Indexes: Scopus
  • Page Numbers: pp.167-168
  • Keywords: Hemodialysis, Horner syndrome, Internal jugular vein canulation
  • Ondokuz Mayıs University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

Internal jugular vein cannulation has become the preferred approach for temporary vascular access for hemodialysis. Internal jugular vein cannulation is associated with a high rate of successful catheter placement. However, significant complications such as internal carotid artery (ICA) puncture, vessel erosion, thrombosis and infection can occur. We present one case of Horner's syndrome (without arterial punction) occurring following internal jugular venous cannulation. We suggested that, clinicians need to be aware of the risk of Horner's syndrome as a possible complication of percutaneous hemodialysis catheterization via the internal jugular vein and should avoid repeated manipulations.