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Ann Thorac Surg 1977;24:591-593
© 1977 The Society of Thoracic Surgeons

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Hypothermia in Conjunction with Hyperbaric Oxygenation in the Treatment of Massive Air Embolism During Cardiopulmonary Bypass

D. Steward, M.D., W.G. Williams, M.D.*, R. Freedom, M.D.

Departments of Anaesthesia, Cardiovascular Surgery, and Cardiology, Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Ont, Canada.

Accepted for publication June 2, 1977.

* Address reprint requests to Dr. Williams, Hospital for Sick Children, 555 University Ave, Toronto, Ont, Canada

Massive gas embolism during cardiopulmonary bypass is a rare but ever-present danger. Following this catastrophic event, the immediate institution of core cooling on bypass may be advantageous. The remarkable complete recovery of our patient is attributed to this technique, which was used in conjunction with standard therapy.




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