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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Main Authors: Bryan Halverson, Mathew Malkin, John Lenart, Marissa Vadi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Association of American Medical Colleges 2016-02-01
Series:MedEdPORTAL
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Online Access:http://www.mededportal.org/doi/10.15766/mep_2374-8265.10327