Catheter thrombosis and upper extremity thrombosis in oncology 26

Olivier Espitia.
Abstract
In an oncologic population with catheter, upper extremity vein thrombosis (UEVT) is a frequent complication, occurring in 2% to 6% of cancer patients with central venous catheters. UEVT is less frequently associated with pulmonary embolism (PE) than lower limb vein thrombosis, occurring in 2% to 8% of cases. The presence of PE at the diagnosis of UEVT increases the risk of venous thrombotic recurrence. UEVT risk factors are related to the patient, the cancer and the catheter. In case of UEVT, catheter removal is not systematic. It is considered in the event of bad positioning, infection, dysfunction, or at the end of its indication. For proximal upper extremity vein thrombosis, therapeutic anticoagulation for a minimum of three months should be proposed. Low molecular weight heparins or direct oral anticoagulants can be proposed for the treatment of UEVT.
May 2022
La revue du praticien n° Tome 72 / n° 5 PDF