Abstract:Air embolism is a recognized complication of penetrating chest trauma. A case of fatal air embolism is presented and the pathophysiology of both venous and arterial air embolism is described. Air embolism can be precipitated by positive intrathoracic pressure in the presence of open vascular injury and can present as unexpected cardiovascular collapse following intubation and positive pressure ventilation. Strategies for preventing air embolism include minimum airway pressures during ventilation, single lung v… Show more
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