CTICasesCentral Line in Superior Intercostal Vein
Imaging findings
A left internal jugular line shows an unusual loop and course on imaging. CT reveals the catheter tip is positioned in a large superior intercostal vein rather than the SVC.
Key takeaways
Be aware of aberrant catheter courses; unexpected turns on imaging suggest the tip is not in a primary venous trunk.
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