Abstract
An unexpected death is described that was caused by gas embolism that occurred during oxygen-ozone (O2/O3) therapy administered by autohemotransfusion for psoriasis. This unusual complication suggests the necessity of investigating benefits and adverse effects of medical ozone application.
MeSH terms
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Adult
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Aorta
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Blood Transfusion, Autologous / adverse effects
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Death, Sudden / etiology*
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Embolism, Air / diagnostic imaging
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Embolism, Air / etiology*
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Female
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Heart Septal Defects, Atrial / complications
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Humans
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Oxygen Inhalation Therapy / adverse effects*
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Ozone / adverse effects*
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Psoriasis / therapy*
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Pulmonary Artery
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Radiography