Air embolism with survival in a neonate.
Air embolism in neonates is usually fatal. We describe an infant who survived and discuss the pathogenesis and management of this condition.
Savani
R C
RC
Department of Pediatrics, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC.
Merten
D F
DF
Brazy
J E
JE
D004618:Embolism, Air / Q000209:etiology* / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D007385:Intermittent Positive-Pressure Ventilation / Q000009:adverse effects*; D008297:Male; D011175:Positive-Pressure Respiration / Q000009:adverse effects*; D012151:Resuscitation