Air embolism 7 hours after central line removal – Full Text

"Delayed air entrainment may occur in the presence of fibrin sheath formation via reinforcement of a vein-to-dermis fistula, which can lead to air embolism several hours after line removal" Kanga et al (2026).

"Delayed air entrainment may occur in the presence of fibrin sheath formation via reinforcement of a vein-to-dermis fistula, which can lead to air embolism several hours after line removal" Kanga et al (2026).

ReTweet

Air embolism 7 hours after central line removal

Abstract:

Venous air embolism is a rare complication of central venous catheter insertion that can have devastating consequences. Delayed air entrainment may occur in the presence of fibrin sheath formation via reinforcement of a vein-to-dermis fistula, which can lead to air embolism several hours after line removal.

Reference:

Kanga B, Udeh C, Masood P, Andre H, Anthony D. A Rare Case of Delayed Cerebral Air Embolism Occurring 7 H After Central Line Removal. Clin Case Rep. 2026 Mar 5;14(3):e72200. doi: 10.1002/ccr3.72200. PMID: 41797749; PMCID: PMC12962839.