A probable fatal argon gas embolism during resection of a cutaneous biliary fistula – a case report

Background: The Argon Beam Coagulator (ABC) achieves hemostasis but has potential complications in the form of argon gas embolisms. Risk factors for embolisms have been identified and ABC manufacturers have developed guidelines for usage of the device to prevent embolism development. Case report: A...

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Main Author: Karlyn Powell
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2020-03-01
Series:Brazilian Journal of Anesthesiology
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0104001420300488