Pulmonary artery air embolism with consequent primary respiratory alkalosis and secondary metabolic alkalosis following ventilation therapy: A case report

An air embolism is a rare complication that occurs after air enters blood vessels, causing almost no to mild symptoms in patients. Although uncommon, air embolism can be deadly. Critical care professionals should know the warning signs of air embolism and be prepared to carry out the necessary therapeutic interventions. To reduce morbidity and death, this clinical condition must be identified early. Here we are presenting a case of pulmonary artery air embolism as a consequence of contrast agent injection in a chest computed tomography study.