Catheter ‐associated venous air embolism in hospitalized horses: 32 cases

Conclusions and Clinical ImportanceThe prognosis for resolution of clinical signs after air embolism is fair, but permanent neurologic deficits or pathologic cardiac arrhythmias can arise. Unpredictable progression warrants close monitoring. Systematic clinic‐based surveillance could provide additional useful information to aid prevention.

Source: Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine - February 20, 2018 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Nicholas J. Parkinson, Harold C. McKenzie, Michelle H. Barton, Jennifer L. Davis, Bettina Dunkel, Amy L. Johnson, Elizabeth S. MacDonald Tags: STANDARD ARTICLE Source Type: research