Anesth Analg 1976; 55:217-218
© 1976 International Anesthesia Research Society
A Potential Ignition Source in the Operating Room
EDWARD F. ANDERSON, LCDR, USN (MC)*
*Staff Anesthesiologist, Assistant Head, Department of Anesthesiology, Naval Regional Medical Center, Great Lakes, Illinois 60088.
Abstract
Close proximity or point-to-point contact between the posterior aspect of the Iight in the Castle/Daystar® lighting system and the O2 supply tubing can result in the development of hypoxia or in an explosion, as described in the foltowing case report.
|