Abstract
Acute massive pulmonary embolism carries a high mortality with the majority of deaths occurring during the early phase. We describe a case of massive pulmonary embolism resulting in severe cardiovascular collapse and cardiac arrest which was treated successfully with inhaled nitric oxide.
MeSH terms
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Administration, Inhalation
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Adult
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Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
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Cesarean Section / adverse effects
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Female
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Heart Arrest / etiology
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Heart Arrest / therapy
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Humans
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Nitric Oxide / administration & dosage*
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Pulmonary Embolism / etiology
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Pulmonary Embolism / therapy*
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Thrombolytic Therapy