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Abstract 278: Extremely uncommon complication of a routine procedure that manifests as large vessel occlusion

Year: 2024

Type: conference-abstract

Abstract: Cerebral air embolism is an exceedingly rare but serious complication that can occur after medical procedures, including epidural injections. This case report details the presentation, diagnosis, and successful treatment of a patient who developed symptoms mimicking large vessel occlusion(LVO) stroke following an epidural injection for back pain. To our knowledge, this is the first case report of LVO like symptoms secondary to epidural injection.

Source: Stroke Vascular and Interventional Neurology

DOI: 10.1161/svin.04.suppl_1.278

Authors: S. Abdul Kareem, K. Bell, R. Al Subu

Institutions: Indiana University, Union Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Cardiovascular and Diving-Related Complications

Subfield: Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,300

OpenAlex ID: W4406396102

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