Gass Embolism
Air embolism is a serious medical condition where air bubbles block blood vessels, leading to various effects like loss of consciousness, heart attack, and more. Learn about its causes, symptoms, and treatment options to prevent complications.
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Gass Embolism 1 /
Air or Gas Embolism An air or gas Embolism appears in blood vessels. It is an air bubble which is trapped within the vessel that blocks the blood flow It can occur in either an artery or a vein. When it appears in an artery it travels to parts with narrower vessels, and it completely stop the blood flow. When it appears in a vein it causes difficulties with the respiratory system. 2 /
Possible effects Embolism in the arteries to the brain loss of consciousness and seizures Embolism in the coronary arteries (leading to the heart) - heart attack or irregular heartbeat 4 /
Symptoms of an air embolism Joint and mucsle pain Low blood pressure Irregular heartbeat Breathlessness Blurred vision Chest pain Anxiety 5 /
Treating air embolism Immediate recompression Lying in a hiperbaric chamber for several hours Breathing a mixture of gasses and oxygen under pressure The high pressure will restore the blood flow The pressure forces the bubbles to dissolve in the blood flow 6 /
Causes of embolism Scuba diving Injections (air was not properly removed) During surgery and other medical proceduress 8 /
