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Can PICC Line Cause Chest Discomfort?

Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...my husband had a PICC line inserted earlier today and is complaining of mild chest discomfort. The visiting nurse says it could be vascular spasm and to apply moist heat. Is this cause for concern?
Wed, 11 Oct 2017
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The major concern is for lung collapse. A chest x-ray should be done to exclude this complication. Otherwise the PICC line can cause local discomfort in the arm at the insertion site, but should not cause pain in the chest if it is appropriately positioned.
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Can PICC Line Cause Chest Discomfort?

The major concern is for lung collapse. A chest x-ray should be done to exclude this complication. Otherwise the PICC line can cause local discomfort in the arm at the insertion site, but should not cause pain in the chest if it is appropriately positioned.