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It was reported via medwatch report, "a midline was intended to be placed to continue iv antibiotics with home infusion.The initial attempt was unsuccessful.However, while removing the line, the distal portion f the catheter was sheared and became trapped under the skin.An ultrasound confirmed opaque foreign body materials within the soft tissues.Approx size of 4 cm.Vascular surgery was notified and evaluated the patient.He felt risk of exploration and removal outweighed the benefit and it was recommended to leave the retained foreign object.".
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