Coronary air embolism during coronary angioplasty

Cathet Cardiovasc Diagn. 1989 Mar;16(3):164-7. doi: 10.1002/ccd.1810160305.

Abstract

A case is described in which the use of the Hartzler microcatheter during coronary angioplasty resulted in coronary air embolism. The recognition, prevention, and mechanism of this occurrence are discussed.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Angioplasty, Balloon / adverse effects*
  • Angioplasty, Balloon / instrumentation
  • Coronary Disease / therapy
  • Coronary Vessels*
  • Embolism, Air / etiology*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged