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Air embolism historical perspective

Introduction

Overview

Overview

An air embolism, or more generally gas embolism, is a rare but fatal medical condition.

Historical Perspective

Historical Perspective

Not much is known about the history of air embolism, but it has been diagnosed as early as the 19th century.[1]
References

References

  1. ↑ Nissar Shaikh & Firdous Ummunisa (2009). “Acute management of vascular air embolism”. Journal of emergencies, trauma, and shock. 2 (3): 180–185. doi:10.4103/0974-2700.55330. PMID 20009308. Unknown parameter |month= ignored (help)

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