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- Title
A case report of tardive subcutaneous emphysema in relation to iatrogenic pneumothorax.
- Authors
Ringvold, Christine Helene Opedal; Møller Weinreich, Ulla
- Abstract
Subcutaneous emphysema, the presence of air under the subcutaneous tissues, often arises in relation to pneumothorax, including iatrogenic pneumothorax. It can arise as a consequence of chest drain insertion and removal. This case report describes worsening of subcutaneous emphysema subsequent to chest drain removal, leading to tardive and life-threatening subcutaneous emphysema. There are few international guidelines describing chest drain removal and there are few reports describing tardive subcutaneous emphysema. These areas need further exploration using evidence-based research in order to develop a consensus on treatment options.
- Publication
SAGE Open Medical Case Reports, 2019, Vol 7, pN.PAG
- ISSN
2050-313X
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.1177/2050313X19870970