Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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8939690 | British Journal of Anaesthesia | 2006 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
To address the risk of a paradoxical air embolism, especially in patients undergoing surgery in sitting position, preoperative detection of PFO is advisable. If surgery is performed in seated PFO patients, additional monitoring and special care are warranted.
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Authors
Engelhardt M, Folkers W, Brenke C, Scholz M, Harders A, Fidorra H, Schmieder K,