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Acute pulmonary edema after microsurgery: two case reports

Y R Kuo1, S F Jeng

  • 1Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan.

Journal of Reconstructive Microsurgery
|April 3, 1998
PubMed
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Careful fluid management is crucial after microsurgery, especially in patients with underlying conditions. Neglecting these factors can lead to severe complications like acute pulmonary edema, even in routine procedures.

Area of Science:

  • Plastic Surgery
  • Vascular Surgery
  • Critical Care Medicine

Background:

  • Standard postoperative microsurgery protocols emphasize maintaining plasma volume to ensure flap or replant viability.
  • Adequate fluid balance is key to reducing blood viscosity and ensuring arterial inflow.

Observation:

  • Two cases of severe postoperative complications after microsurgery are presented.
  • A 38-year-old male with a diabetic foot ulcer developed acute pulmonary edema 6 days post-free muscle flap transfer.
  • A 20-year-old pregnant woman (31 weeks gestation) developed pulmonary edema 4 days after microsurgical replantation of digits.

Findings:

  • Complications were attributed to fluid overload and inadequate consideration of patients' pre-existing conditions.
  • Acute pulmonary edema occurred in unusual circumstances, highlighting the need for vigilance.

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Implications:

  • Careful monitoring of fluid balance is essential in microsurgical patients, particularly those with comorbidities.
  • Recognizing potential precipitating factors can help prevent severe outcomes like acute pulmonary edema post-microsurgery.
  • Individualized fluid management strategies are necessary for complex cases to ensure patient safety.