Management of massive hemoptysis secondary to catheter-induced perforation of the pulmonary artery during cardiopulmonary bypass.
- A G Fleisher,
- G F Tyers,
- G T Manning, and
- B Nelems
Abstract
Pulmonary artery perforation by flow-directed catheters is associated with high mortality, particularly in heparinized patients. We report a recent case and discuss recognition and management.
