Venous air embolism after accidental iliac vein injury during pelvic surgery . | [Rawal Medical Journal • 2012]

Author(s):

1. Ki Hwa Lee: Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Haeundae Paik Hospital, Inje University, Busan, Korea

2. Eun Su Kang: Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Haeundae Paik Hospital, Inje University, Busan, Korea

3. Sang Yoon Jeon: Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Haeundae Paik Hospital, Inje University, Busan, Korea

4. Yong Han Kim: Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Haeundae Paik Hospital, Inje University, Busan, Korea

5. Jae Wook Jung: Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Haeundae Paik Hospital, Inje University, Busan, Korea

6. Si Ra Bang: Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Haeundae Paik Hospital, Inje University, Busan, Korea

Abstract:

We present a case of a Venous Air Embolism (VAE) that occurred during laparotomy in a 79year-old-woman. The vital signs of the woman deteriorated abruptly when the iliac vessel was opened. The patient s E T CO 2 and blood pressure fell to 7 mmHg and 76/35 mmHg, respectively and the cause was believed to be VAE. It is essential for the practicing anesthesiologist to recognize and understand the management of VAE.

Page(s): 442-444

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Published: Journal: Rawal Medical Journal, Volume: 37, Issue: 4, Year: 2012

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