A Rare Complication After Resuscitation

Explore a case of sudden neurological deterioration after cardiopulmonary resuscitation. A brain CT Scan reveals a startling finding. What is the diagnosis?

Air embolism


This finding was recognized after cardiopulmonary resuscitation. What is the diagnosis?

What is the most likely diagnosis?

Air embolism
Central pontine myelinolysis
Intraventricular hemorrhage
Middle cerebral artery dissection
Skull fracture

Air Embolism, Brain CT, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, Cerebral Edema, Neurological Emergency

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