Pulmonary embolism following celiac plexus block and neurolysis.

We present a case of pulmonary embolism following a celiac plexus block and neurolysis procedure. Further study is required to determine if celiac plexus ablation, alone or in combination with other risk factors, may contribute to increased risk for pulmonary embolism in patients seeking treatment for chronic upper abdominal pain conditions. PMID: 27365890 [PubMed]

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Source: Baylor University Medical Center Proceedings - June 30, 2016 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: McAninch SA, Raizada MS, Kelly SM Tags: Proc (Bayl Univ Med Cent) Source Type: research