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.
Department of Pediatrics, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC.
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Savani
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Merten
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Brazy
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