Long-term parenteral nutrition, via the azygos system, in an adolescent with cystic fibrosis

JPEN J Parenter Enteral Nutr. 2004 Jul-Aug;28(4):269-71. doi: 10.1177/0148607104028004269.

Abstract

Venous access device is critically needed for long-term parenteral nutrition (PN), especially in children with chronic disease such as cystic fibrosis, short bowel syndrome, and permanent intestinal failure. When traditional sites are unavailable and venous access is very limited, alternative central routes are required. The access to the azygos system has been shown to be a safe, relatively easy solution in those special situations. We report the case of an adolescent who benefited from this central venous access for long-term PN and antibiotic treatment for >7 years with a limited number of complications.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Azygos Vein*
  • Catheterization, Central Venous
  • Cystic Fibrosis / therapy*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Parenteral Nutrition, Home / adverse effects
  • Parenteral Nutrition, Home / instrumentation
  • Parenteral Nutrition, Home / methods*
  • Treatment Outcome