True Story - The Scariest Thing I Ever Saw In The OR!

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What happens when a routine brain surgery suddenly turns into chaos? In this video, I share the scariest day I ever had in the OR — when a patient developed a massive venous air embolism while in the sitting position during neurosurgery. Within seconds, their vital signs collapsed. IV medications weren’t working. And for a few terrifying minutes, it felt like we were losing them. I’ll walk you through what happened inside the body, why the “sitting position” makes this complication more likely, and how the anesthesia team and surgeons worked together to save the patient. I’ll also share what it was like experiencing this as a resident physician, and how I now use that moment as a teaching story for the residents I supervise today. ⚠️ This story is both suspenseful and educational. Whether you’re in medicine or just curious about what really happens behind the OR doors, this is one you won’t forget. ⸻ 🔔 Subscribe for more medical deep-dives & anesthesia explainers: https://www.youtube.com/@DanesthesiaM 📌 Watch next: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=urzkQQegAbM 📱 Follow me for more medical stories & breakdowns: Reddit – https://www.reddit.com/u/Danesthesia Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/DanesthesiaM TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@DanesthesiaM ⸻ ⚠️ Disclaimer: The information provided in this video is for entertainment and general informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Watching this video does not create a doctor–patient relationship. Always seek the advice of a qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have about a medical condition, procedure, or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have seen or heard in this video. Stories shared in my videos are not necessarily events that happened to me personally. Certain stories may be adapted, fictionalized, or dramatized for the purpose of storytelling, entertainment, or to heighten suspense. In addition, names, locations, and other identifying details may have been altered or withheld to protect patient confidentiality and to ensure that no specific individual or event can be identified. Reliance on any information provided in this content is solely at your own risk. I make no representations, warranties, or guarantees about the accuracy, completeness, or applicability of the information presented, and I disclaim all liability for any loss, injury, or damage resulting from the use or misuse of this content.