González EAC, Vázquez OJ, Arriola CJ, Briones CG

Language: Spanish
References: 5
Page: 41-44
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ABSTRACT

Capnothorax is a complication that occurs with low frequency in laparoscopic surgery. It is important to consider this entity to prevent unnecessary actions that could be harmful to the patient and his evolution. Capnothorax is characterized by a rise in the end-tidal carbon dioxide accompanied sometimes by a decrease in oxygen saturation; pulmonary pressures and hemodynamics remain unchanged. A helpful method used currently to support the diagnosis is ultrasound. The treatment is based on patient monitoring since its resolution can be spontaneous depending on the severity of the capnothorax. The aim of this paper is to present a patient undergoing a laparoscopic procedure with the occurrence of a transanesthetic capnothorax.

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