An unusual case of gas embolism.
We present an unusual case that resulted from the wrongful connection of a high-pressure oxygen cylinder to a venous cannula. The case history and the autopsy findings are given and the mechanism of death is described.
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Department of Forensic Medicine, London Hospital Medical College, England.
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D002406:Catheterization, Peripheral / Q000009:adverse effects*; D004618:Embolism, Air / Q000209:etiology*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D010100:Oxygen / Q000008:administration & dosage*
D010100:Oxygen