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World J Clin Cases. Apr 6, 2024; 12(10): 1714-1717
Published online Apr 6, 2024. doi: 10.12998/wjcc.v12.i10.1714
Pitfalls in internal jugular vein cannulation
Deb Sanjay Nag, Amlan Swain, Seelora Sahu, Bhanu Pratap Swain, Merina Sam
Deb Sanjay Nag, Amlan Swain, Seelora Sahu, Bhanu Pratap Swain, Merina Sam, Department of Anaesthesiology, Tata Main Hospital, Jamshedpur 831001, Jharkhand, India
Author contributions: Nag DS, Swain A, Sahu S, Swain BP and Sam M contributed to this paper; Nag DS and Swain A designed the overall concept and outline of the manuscript; Sahu S, Swain BP and Sam M contributed to the discussion and design of the manuscript; Nag DS, Swain A, Sahu S and Sam M contributed to the writing, and editing the manuscript and review of literature.
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Corresponding author: Deb Sanjay Nag, MBBS, MD, Doctor, Department of Anaesthesiology, Tata Main Hospital, C Road West, Northern Town, Bistupur, Jamshedpur 831001, Jharkhand, India. ds.nag@tatasteel.com
Received: December 24, 2023
Peer-review started: December 24, 2023
First decision: February 6, 2024
Revised: February 7, 2024
Accepted: March 14, 2024
Article in press: March 14, 2024
Published online: April 6, 2024
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Core Tip

Core Tip: Central venous catheter placement is widely performed in healthcare settings, including critical care units, operating rooms, emergency departments, and patient-care wards. Although its safety profile has significantly increased with the routine use of ultrasound guidance, it is often associated with potential risks. The internal jugular vein remains the most preferred route for central venous cannulation. Potential complications can be due to anatomical variations or vascular, neural, pulmonary, cardiac, or lymphatic injuries, even with normal anatomy.