Abstract
Two patients are described in whom fulminant haemoptysis occurred during extracorporeal circulation. The use of high frequency jet ventilation resulted in a dramatic decrease of blood loss from the tracheal tube, avoiding the need for more aggressive management.
MeSH terms
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Adult
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Aged
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Aged, 80 and over
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Cardiac Catheterization / adverse effects*
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Extracorporeal Circulation / adverse effects*
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Female
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Hemoptysis / etiology
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Hemoptysis / therapy*
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High-Frequency Jet Ventilation*
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Humans
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Protamines / therapeutic use
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Pulmonary Artery / injuries*