Missile embolism

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Background

  • Intravascular missile emboli may have different incidences in military vs. civilian settings
    • 1.1% in recent combat operations
    • May be higher in civilian setting due to lower velocity projectiles
  • Not all intravascular emboli require removal

Management

  • Refer to algorithm
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Sources

  • Lu K et al. Approach to Management of Intravascular Missile Emboli: Review of the Literature and Case Report. West J Emerg Med. 2015 Jul; 16(4): 489–496.
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