title: An unusual cause of ischemic stroke - Cerebral air embolism.
abstract: Air embolism is a preventable, often undiagnosed but potentially treatable cause of ischemic stroke with a high morbidity and mortality. It is usually iatrogenic ocurring especially in patients in ICU setting. We describe the case and neuroimaging of a patient with ischaemic stroke due to air embolism during manipulation of central venous line. We also review the literature with respect to aetiology, incidence pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment options for venous and air embolism. Cerebral air embolism should be considered in patients with sudden neurological deterioration after central venous or arterial manipulations or certain neurological procedures. Prevention, as well as early diagnosis and management, may reduce morbidity and mortality.
authors.affiliation: Sr. Consultant Neurology, Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, Sarita Vihar, New Delhi, India.
authors.forename: Vinit
authors.initials: V
authors.lastname: Suri
authors.affiliation: Neuro Registrar, Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, Sarita Vihar, New Delhi, India.
authors.forename: Rohan
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Gupta
authors.affiliation: Clinical Research Fellow, Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, Sarita Vihar, New Delhi, India.
authors.forename: Girraj
authors.initials: G
authors.lastname: Sharma
authors.affiliation: MBBS Student, Bhartiya Vidyapeeth Deemed University, Pune, India.
authors.forename: Kunal
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Suri
keywords: Central venous catheter; cerebral air embolism; hyperbaric oxygen therapy; ischemic stroke
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