Unrecognized intraoperative torsion of the lung.
A case is presented of clockwise torsion of the entire left lung on its bronchovascular pedicle during intraoperative manipulations for a nonpulmonary procedure. The grave consequences are presented as well as a discussion of the mechanism of injury and a review of the pertinent literature. To our knowledge, this is the first such case reported.
D004931:Esophageal Achalasia / Q000601:surgery; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007431:Intraoperative Complications / Q000209:etiology*; D008168:Lung / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery; D008171:Lung Diseases / Q000209:etiology*; D008875:Middle Aged; D011652:Pulmonary Circulation; D011859:Radiography; D013903:Thoracic Surgery / Q000009:adverse effects; D014102:Torsion Abnormality