Venous Gas Embolism during Hysteroscopic Endometrial Ablation: Report of 5 Cases and Review of the Literature

ConclusionsAlthough entrainment of some air/gas bubbles is common during hysteroscopy, life-threatening/fatal VGE is rare (1/1140 cases). Situational awareness and strict adherence to certain principles including understanding the conditions, prerequisites, and pathophysiology of VGE; attention to surgical principles and operative technique; close communication with the anesthesiologist; and early therapeutic intervention are of paramount importance to avoid this rare but potentially serious complication.
Source: Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology - Category: OBGYN Source Type: research