Air Embolism Risk Factors, Detection, and Intervention Presentation

[@arghavanjafarijozani1146]

medical schools need more professors like you Sir

[@sim_aware]

Air embolism in divers is the same as ventilator barotrauma. It is caused by breath-holding on ascent. Decompression sickness is an entirely different mechanism of injury and short of catastrophic decompression, does not mimic the same symptoms. Hyperbaric oxygen is a definitive treatment but not widely available 24/7. These cases are some of my favorite simulations! Great discussion! #SimTribe

[@MexhomieXlll]

Same as bipap therapy? Im not sure of i have air embolism but ive been on bipap machine for 1 month

[@SinciaJose]

Hi doctor, great information. I was looking for some information on air embolism. Recently it so happened to me that while I was receiving iv anesthesia and I thought the anesthesiologist will prime the IV extension before pushing the medication. But I saw she just pushed the air before pushing propofol. I fell asleep. After the procedure I was very concerned if that is her way of doing. Even though it is a small amount may be 2-3 cc that should not be done on daily practice. Am I right. During my next visit I am planning to talk to my doctor. I hope I don't have a PFO.

[@utpaldas9332]

Wonderfully explained!

[@georgelovesnopain]

A fantastic easy to understand guide. Thanks a lot!

[@Sweetbear12100]

My grandmother is in the ICU at the moment for a stroke that she experienced during a varicose vein procedure. She was at a small hospital in Texas and was given Valium prior to beginning the procedure. She closed her eyes and became unresponsive with right sided weakness. Careflight transported her to the nearest hospital in a major city to receive a higher level of care. The procedure was done on her right leg but being that she has a PFO, she experienced a left brain stroke. I have not seen the CT scan or MRI but was told it was a large stroke. Plans are to extubate today; she remains with right sided weakness. No excuse for this! We are very sad that this procedure led her to this.

[@premachandanareddy3825]

Thankyou very much for great lecture sir

[@AngeUM]

Great lecture! Thank you.

[@MexhomieXlll]

Ive been on bipap machine for a month . Im afraid I might have air embolism. What should I do first please.

[@Monopolylife33]

Im using Picc line with saline at home its so hard Not to get bubbles in the lines. They send you home to do this on your own like you know what your doing...

[@nick-is-litbruh2367]

I work at a sort of factory and have been using a compressed air machine to clean parts for 3 days now. I’ve been blowing the pressurized air on my skin quite a lot like whenever I get an itch, I know It sounds stupid but do I need to go to the hospital? I don’t feel unwell but I’m scared af after looking up air embolism

[@Airon79]

Grainger says to never use compressed air on clothes or human body ; as little as 5-10 psi can give air embolism .

[@tonled6960]

if that "cement" for the hip replacement isn't good for your heart/body in general,then why the F do docs use it for something INSIDE!!!! the body!?

[@bucket18]

I injected approx 1ml of air in vein I am scared what gonna happen next

[@bucket18]

@@PatientSafetyMovement how would I know if I have PFO or not. I am having pain in my body I don't know I am so scared so I think all the symptoms looks same as in air embolism . Will you please tell me how long it will take to affect me it's 24 hrs now ....

[@srotfrc9443]

The nurse injected 3 injections with fluid and air in my saline lock in my hand it should be 3-5 ml of air or more its been over 24 hours now .is there any problem

[@bucket18]

@@srotfrc9443 consult any Dr. In my case I think it was in muscles so.... I am healthy but But had lived a very dreadful 5 days so please consult a doctor in case you find any symptoms..... And even if you don't have any symptoms just ask dr.

[@srotfrc9443]

There is nothing to worry now..I am Alright thanks.Dont know what happened to the air.