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  • Title: [Heart arrest caused by CO2 embolism during a laparoscopic cholecystectomy].
    Author: Benítez Pacheco OR, Serra E, Jara L, Buzzi JC.
    Journal: Rev Esp Anestesiol Reanim; 2003; 50(6):295-8. PubMed ID: 12940219.
    Abstract:
    A 41-year-old woman developed a gas embolism while inserting a Veress needle to achieve pneumoperitoneum for laparoscopic cholecystectomy. The embolism led to asystole, which was corrected after advanced cardiopulmonary resuscitation maneuvers, and was followed by sequelae and a prolonged hospital stay. The anesthesiologist should be vigilant during laparoscopic surgery and be ready and able to act in case of major complications.
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