CTICasesOpen Fracture and Venous Air Embolism
Imaging findings
Presence of gas in the systemic venous system (brachial, brachiocephalic, and pulmonary artery) resulting from an open elbow fracture.
Key takeaways
Open fractures can act as a portal for venous air embolism, which is visible on CT.
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