An injury of the stellate ganglion following introduction of a canula into the inner jugular vein (Horner's syndrome)

Ohlgisser, M.; Heifetz, M.

Der Anaesthesist 33(7): 320-321

1984


ISSN/ISBN: 0003-2417
PMID: 6486387
Document Number: 221707
A case of stellate ganglion injury after cannulation of the internal jugular vein is presented. Careful selection of external landmarks, maximal venous distension and proper direction of the needle can prevent this complication.

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