Fatal air embolism during transurethral resection.
A case of fatal air embolism during transurethral resection is presented along with suggestions for treatment. The importance of prompt recognition of the condition is stressed.
D000368:Aged; D001344:Autopsy; D004618:Embolism, Air / Q000209:etiology* / Q000401:mortality; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D011468:Prostatectomy / Q000009:adverse effects*; D014521:Urethra / Q000601:surgery