Severe and acute hypercapnia, subsequent to the mistaken connection of a carbon dioxide cylinder on the nitrous oxide manifold: a report of three simultaneous cases
S Chakupurakal,
G Gamela,
Y Ghosez
et al.
Abstract:Ensuring the delivery of correct gas mixtures during anesthesia is of paramount importance for perioperative patient safety. Accidents resulting from a problem with the supply of medical gases to the operating theater are rare; however, the consequences can be serious. Given the continuous advances in safety measures for the administration of medical gases, it is reasonable to assume that current patients consistently receive the intended gas, as requested by the anesthesiologist. Nevertheless, it is necessary… Show more
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