Pulmonary embolism during operation.
A case of intra-operative pulmonary embolism is reported. Though this is evidently a rare occurrence, the diagnosis should be seriously considered when unexplained hypoxia occurs during operation. Appropriate investigation and treatment can then be initiated promptly.
D000368:Aged; D006801:Humans; D000860:Hypoxia / Q000209:etiology; D007431:Intraoperative Complications; D008297:Male; D011655:Pulmonary Embolism / Q000150:complications / Q000209:etiology*