Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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8832976 | International Journal of Surgery Case Reports | 2018 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
The Veress needle, usually used for insufflating the abdomen during laparoscopy, can also be an effective tool to decompress the abdomen when presented with tension pneumoperitoneum. Abdominal visceral injuries are rare following CPR but do occur and will likely require an invasive intervention. Surviving cardiac arrest as a young person and living without deficits outweighs the risk of a surgical correction for a visceral injury. While resuscitation measures are critical for survival, medical personnel need to be aware of potential complications from resuscitative efforts and potential management strategies.
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Authors
Sherry Johnson, Jessica McCracken, Fadi Baidoun,