Venous air embolus during scalp incision

Nicole Z. Spence; Kathryn Faloba; Adam M. Sonabend; Jeffrey N. Bruce; Zirka H. Anastasian

doi:10.1016/j.jocn.2015.11.019

Venous air embolus during scalp incision

Nicole Z. Spence, Kathryn Faloba, Adam M. Sonabend, Jeffrey N. Bruce, Zirka H. Anastasian^*

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Neurological Surgery

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Abstract

Venous air embolism (VAE) is a known complication of sitting craniotomy. Clinical consequences of VAE can range from tachypnea to cardiovascular collapse. The entrainment of air typically occurs during bone work, but we describe a case in which a VAE was recognized while working on the scalp. Monitoring techniques are critical for early treatment of VAE to avoid more serious complications, and our case illustrates the need to implement monitors early and remain vigilant throughout the procedure.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	170-171
Number of pages	2
Journal	Journal of Clinical Neuroscience
Volume	28
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jocn.2015.11.019
State	Published - Jun 1 2016

Keywords

Air embolism
Anesthesia
VAE

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Neurology
Clinical Neurology
Physiology (medical)

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