Abstract | BACKGROUND:
Pneumomediastinum is a rare but potential complication of laparoscopy that is related to insufflation with carbon dioxide gas and may lead to life-threatening complications. CASE: CONCLUSION: Pelvic surgeons should understand the risks associated with development of pneumomediastinum as well as associated signs and symptoms. In our case, pneumomediastinum likely developed as carbon dioxide tracked from the peritoneum into the mediastinum during prolonged robotic retroperitoneal surgery. Surgeons should have a low threshold to obtain radiographic tests in the early postoperative period, as close monitoring is essential to manage potentially life-threatening complications such as pneumothorax and cardiac arrest.
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Authors | Natalie M Crawford, Sujatha D Pathi, Marlene M Corton |
Journal | Female pelvic medicine & reconstructive surgery
(Female Pelvic Med Reconstr Surg)
2014 Jan-Feb
Vol. 20
Issue 1
Pg. 56-8
ISSN: 2154-4212 [Electronic] United States |
PMID | 24368491
(Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)
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Topics |
- Aged
- Female
- Gynecologic Surgical Procedures
(adverse effects, methods)
- Humans
- Laparoscopy
(adverse effects)
- Mediastinal Emphysema
(etiology)
- Pelvic Organ Prolapse
(surgery)
- Postoperative Complications
(etiology)
- Robotics
- Sacrococcygeal Region
(surgery)
- Subcutaneous Emphysema
(etiology)
- Treatment Outcome
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