Paradoxical Air Embolism during Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy: A Case Report
Journal of Korean Medical Science
;
: 1071-1073, 2007.
Article
in English
| WPRIM
| ID: wpr-204037
ABSTRACT
Air embolism is a rare complication of percutaneous nephrolithotomy. Patent foramen ovale, which is necessary in fetal circulation, is a potential route for emboli arising from the venous system to enter the systemic arterial circulation, resulting in paradoxical air embolism syndrome. A case of paradoxical air embolism during percutaneous nephrolithotomy is presented. To our knowledge, this is the first report of paradoxical air embolism associated with patent foramen ovale during percutaneous nephrolithotomy.
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Main subject:
Nephrostomy, Percutaneous
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Diverticulum
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Embolism, Paradoxical
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Embolism, Air
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Foramen Ovale, Patent
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Intraoperative Complications
Limits:
Adult
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Humans
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Male
Language:
English
Journal:
Journal of Korean Medical Science
Year:
2007
Type:
Article
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