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Title: Embolization by Bullet Dislodged from the Heart. Author: Santos ECL, Tchaick RM, Ferraz DLM, Oliveira JPSP, Figueira FAMDS, Lima GADFCA. Journal: Braz J Cardiovasc Surg; 2017; 32(6):539-541. PubMed ID: 29267619. Abstract: Embolization by a dislodged projectile is a rare complication that may occur in cases of gunshot cardiac injuries. We report a case of a firearm projectile cardiac injury that evolved, with dislocation of the projectile during cardiac surgery, into embolization of the right external carotid artery.[Abstract] [Full Text] [Related] [New Search]