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Venous gas embolism during endoscopy.

D M Herron1, J K Vernon, P V Gryska

  • 1Department of Surgery, New England Medical Center, 750 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02111, USA.

Surgical Endoscopy
|March 5, 1999
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Venous gas embolism is a rare complication during endoscopic procedures. This case highlights immediate cardiovascular collapse and recovery, with identified risk factors for prevention.

Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • Cardiovascular Complications

Background:

  • Laparoscopic and endoscopic procedures carry a risk of venous gas embolism (VGE).
  • VGE is a rare but potentially fatal complication.
  • Hepaticojejunostomy strictures may require endoscopic intervention.

Observation:

  • A 33-year-old woman with a hepaticojejunostomy stricture underwent transabdominal endoscopic balloon dilation.
  • During the procedure, she experienced a sudden venous gas embolus, leading to immediate cardiovascular collapse.
  • The patient required pressors, electrical cardioversion, and right ventricular aspiration for resuscitation.

Findings:

  • The patient fully recovered following prompt and aggressive management.
  • A review of 30 years of reported VGE cases during endoscopy identified significant risk factors.

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  • Specific risk factors for VGE during endoscopic procedures were elucidated.

    • Implications:

    • Awareness of identified risk factors can guide preventative strategies.
    • Implementing suggested precautions may reduce the incidence of VGE in high-risk patients.
    • This case underscores the importance of preparedness for managing VGE during endoscopic interventions.