Simulation Case: Cardiac Arrest After Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Embolism
Abstract Introduction In this simulated case, a 68-year-old female presents for laparoscopic surgery. She subsequently has a CO2 embolism after placement of the Veress needle, leading to cardiovascular collapse. This simulated case walks the participants through the diagnosis and management of this...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Association of American Medical Colleges
2016-02-01
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Series: | MedEdPORTAL |
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Online Access: | http://www.mededportal.org/doi/10.15766/mep_2374-8265.10327 |