Single-lumen displacement of a hemodialysis catheter into the azygous vein on a chest radiograph

What is already known Hemodialysis catheters can be misplaced or migrate to an inappropriate position, which increases the risk of complications such as thrombosis, vessel perforation, and stenosis, as well as malfunction of the line itself. What is new in the current studyThis case highlights the importance of recognizing a malpositioned hemodialysis catheter lumen within the azygos vein on chest radiography to prompt specialist consultation for replacement to avoid complications. 99