• Heng Dai, Lin Gan, Jing Li, Jin Yu, and Xiaofeng Lei.
• Department of Anesthesiology, Chongqing Health Center for Women and Children (Women and Children's Hospital of Chongqing Medical University), Chongqing, China.
• BMC Anesthesiol. 2024 Sep 17; 24 (1): 331331.

BackgroundHysteroscopic surgery is a safe procedure used for diagnosing and treating intrauterine lesions, with a low rate of intraoperative complications. However, it is important to be cautious as fluid overload can still occur when performing any hysteroscopic surgical technique.Case PresentationIn this case report, we present a unique instance where lung ultrasound was utilized to diagnose pulmonary edema in a patient following a hysteroscopic myomectomy procedure. The development of pulmonary edema was attributed to the excessive absorption of fluid during the surgical intervention. By employing lung ultrasound as a diagnostic tool, we were able to promptly identify and address the pulmonary edema. As a result, the patient received timely treatment with no complications. This case highlights the importance of utilizing advanced imaging techniques, such as lung ultrasound, in the perioperative management of patients undergoing hysteroscopic procedures.ConclusionsThis case report underscores the significance of early detection and intervention in preventing complications associated with fluid overload during hysteroscopic myomectomy procedures.© 2024. The Author(s).

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