Upper extremity deep vein thrombosis: a complication of an indwelling peripherally inserted central venous catheter

Key Clinical Message We report a case of peripherally inserted central venous catheter (PICC)‐associated deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Ultrasound images and video of subclavian thrombus are presented. PICC line‐associated DVT, particularly in cancer patients is not uncommon. Point‐of‐care Emergency Department ultrasound can readily diagnose this complication and device removal is not always necessary. We report a case of peripherally inserted central venous catheter (PICC)‐associated deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Ultrasound images and video of subclavian thrombus are presented. PICC line‐associated DVT, particularly in cancer patients is not uncommon. Point‐of‐care Emergency Department Ultrasound can readily diagnose this complication and device removal is not always necessary.