Tag: Iatrogenic complications

According to the CDC, on any given day, about one in 31 hospital patients has at least one healthcare-associated infection. While hospitalization is often necessary for critical care, it can also expose patients to significant side effects and complications. It's crucial to understand **what are the negative outcomes of hospitalization** to be an active participant in your or a loved one's recovery.

An air embolism is a rare but potentially fatal complication associated with central venous catheters (CVCs), also known as central lines. A central line can indeed cause an air embolism if air enters the bloodstream through the catheter during insertion, maintenance, or removal, leading to a serious medical emergency.