Air embolism in the skull and spine as a result of a pulmonary space-occupying lesion biopsy via percutaneous puncture: a case report.

To describe a rare instance of cerebral and spinal cord air embolism that occurred after a left lower lung mass was percutaneously biopsyed under computed tomography guidance, highlighting the significance of early detection and interdisciplinary care. Following a percutaneous biopsy of a left lower lobe of the lung with a space-occupying lesion, a 66-year-old male patient had lower extremities paralysis and chest tightness. Multidisciplinary consultation and imaging verified that the lesion was a cranial and spinal air embolism. Following his recovery with hyperbaric oxygen, physiotherapy, and lumbar big pool draining and decompression, he was released from the hospital.