MC late complication of central venous line: March 2013 (f)

Ans. D i.e. Sepsis Central venous lines (CVLs) They are routinely used for monitoring and the administration of total parenteral nutrition (TPN) and medications in almost all critical / intensive care units (CCUs). Central venous access is normally obtained by cannulation of the internal jugular, the subclan, or the femoral veins. Central venous access may also be obtained from more distal sites, typically the basilic and brachial veins, using a peripherally inseed central catheter (PICC). However, intravascular catheters are often associated with serious complications, such as catheter-related bloodstream infection.