Incidental conversion to sinus rhythm from atrial fibrillation during external jugular venous catheterization

Journal of Clinical Anesthesia
H T Lee, K Cozine

Abstract

External jugular venous (EJV) catheterization is a frequent method of gaining central venous access because of its low complication rate. We describe a unique experience during EJV in which a patient with chronic atrial fibrillation converted suddenly to a sustained sinus rhythm without perioperative complication from this event. Our experience depicts a rare consequence of the central catheter placement and we, as anesthesiologists, should be aware of its potential occurrence in the operating room.

Citations

May 7, 2003·Progress in Biophysics and Molecular Biology·Peter Kohl, Ursula Ravens
Mar 10, 1999·Progress in Biophysics and Molecular Biology·P KohlD Noble
Sep 15, 2000·Cardiology Clinics·P KohlE White

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