What Researchers Did
Researchers presented the physical and physiological principles to justify the use of various therapeutic tools for suspected cerebral air embolism.
What They Found
They noted that cerebral gaseous microemboli are common in cardiopulmonary bypass operations, but clinically significant cases are often underdiagnosed and undertreated. Intraoperative measures can remove at best 50% of embolized gas, highlighting the need for rational postoperative therapeutic approaches based on gas physiology.
Canadian Relevance
This study has no specific Canadian relevance.
Study Limitations
A key limitation is the absence of prospective, randomised studies to scientifically prove the efficacy of the discussed therapeutic regimens for cerebral air embolism.