An Unusual Cause of Altered Mental Status: Recurrent Cerebral Air Embolism from Atrial-Esophageal Fistula (P2.119)

Conclusion:The incidence of stroke secondary to air emboli is rare but a known complication of AEF's. Review of literature showed no reports of recurrent air embolism following successful treatment with HBO and repair of AEF. It is important to consider air embolism in any patient with a history of AEF, regardless of prior treatment.Disclosure: Dr. Ahmed has nothing to disclose. Dr. Myers has nothing to disclose. Dr. Kim has nothing to disclose.

Source: Neurology - April 9, 2014 Category: Neurology Authors: Ahmed, I., Myers, T., Kim, J. Tags: Cerebrovascular Disease and Interventional Neurology: Behavioral, Cognitive, and Miscellaneous Source Type: research