Video-Assisted Open Supraclavicular Sympathectomy Following Air Embolism
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Video-Assisted Open Supraclavicular Sympathectomy Following Air Embolism
BACKGROUND Air embolism is a relatively rare complication of thoracoscopic surgery. METHODS Open supraclavicular sympathectomy was indicated to overcome the risk of re-embolization. A novel video-assisted technique was performed. conclusions: The previously prevalent open supraclavicular sympathectomy is a good choice for avoiding air embolism. Laparoscopic instrumentation and technology can ...
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عنوان ژورنال: JSLS : Journal of the Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons
سال: 2012
ISSN: 1086-8089,1938-3797
DOI: 10.4293/108680812x13427982376824