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Intraoperative air embolism with pulse irrigation device
J L Buxbaum1, S Muravchick, L Chen
1Department of Anesthesia, University of Pennsylvania Medical Center, Philadelphia 19104-4283, USA.
Journal of Clinical Anesthesia
|September 1, 1996
Summary
Venous air embolism is a serious risk during surgery. This case highlights the danger of pulsatile saline irrigation devices in open wound debridement, identifying a new intraoperative risk.
Area of Science:
- Medical Devices
- Surgical Complications
- Cardiovascular Safety
Background:
- Venous air embolism (VAE) is a life-threatening complication.
- Surgical procedures, particularly those involving open wounds, carry inherent risks.
- The use of specialized irrigation devices requires careful consideration of potential adverse events.