Video-Assisted Open Supraclavicular Sympathectomy Following Air Embolism

BACKGROUND: Air embolism is a relatively rare complication of thoracoscopic surgery. METHODS: Open supraclavicular sympathectomy was indicated to overcome the risk of re-embolization. A novel video-assisted technique was performed. CONCLUSIONS: The previously prevalent open supraclavicular sympathec...

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Autores principales: Shpolyanski, G., Hashmonai, M., Rudin, M., Abaya, N., Kaplan, U., Kopelman, D.
Formato: Online Artículo Texto
Lenguaje:English
Publicado: Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons 2012
Materias:
Case Reports
Acceso en línea:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3481243/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23477192
http://dx.doi.org/10.4293/108680812X13427982376824
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Sumario:BACKGROUND: Air embolism is a relatively rare complication of thoracoscopic surgery. METHODS: Open supraclavicular sympathectomy was indicated to overcome the risk of re-embolization. A novel video-assisted technique was performed. CONCLUSIONS: The previously prevalent open supraclavicular sympathectomy is a good choice for avoiding air embolism. Laparoscopic instrumentation and technology can be used to improve open procedures, especially when exposure and visibility are limited. Sometimes we should remember to use the experience of our teachers.

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