Clinical Case Reports
Seizure Like Activity During Permanent Pacemaker Implantation: A Case of Suspected Venous Air Embolism With Acute Hypoxia
By Sanjida Ansari and Murari Dhungana.
Abstract
ABSTRACT Venous air embolism is a rare complication of pacemaker implantation. A 78 year old man developed sudden generalized stiffness, seizure‐like activity, and severe hypoxia (oxygen saturation 70%) during lead manipulation without hypotension or arrhythmia. Prompt recognition, high‐flow oxygen, and temporary procedural interruption led to complete recovery without neurological sequelae.
Keywords
- acute hypoxia
- permanent pacemaker implantation
- seizure‐like activity
- venous air embolism
- Open access
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