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Air Embolus<br />

Often from manifold injections<br />

(contrast or flush)<br />

Prevention<br />

Avoid pressurized flush<br />

Back bleed before injecting<br />

Small amounts are well tolerated<br />

Large amounts cause “Air Lock”<br />

Chest Pain<br />

Bradycardia<br />

Hypotension

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