CTICasesIatrogenic Intrapulmonary Drain Placement
Cite this case
[...]. Iatrogenic Intrapulmonary Drain Placement. CTICases. Published June 5, 2025. https://cticases.com/c/7xaup
Imaging findings
Catheters misidentified as being in the pleural space, which were actually placed intraparenchymally or through the fissure.
Key takeaways
Be suspicious of drain position when a pigtail fails to form correctly or when clinical status doesn't match expected drainage; potential for parenchymal hemorrhage.
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