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Endoscopic Studies II: Thoracocentesis

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Atelectasis II: Pathophysiology

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Endoscopic Bilateral Nipple-sparing Mastectomy via a Single Axillary Incision with Immediate Pre-pectoral Implant-based Breast Reconstruction
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[Subcutaneous emphysema during breast augmentation: case report].

Talita Franco1, Diogo Franco, Natan Treiger

  • 1Hospital Universitário Clementino Fraga Filho da UFRJ, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Revista Brasileira De Anestesiologia
|May 23, 2009
PubMed
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Subcutaneous emphysema during breast augmentation can occur without pneumothorax. Careful intraoperative monitoring is crucial to differentiate this benign finding from serious complications.

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Published on: May 17, 2024

Area of Science:

  • Plastic Surgery
  • Thoracic Surgery
  • Anesthesiology

Context:

  • Breast augmentation involves surgical manipulation and anesthetic infiltration.
  • Subcutaneous emphysema, a rare complication, can manifest during these procedures.
  • Distinguishing it from pneumothorax is critical for patient safety.

Purpose:

  • To report a case of isolated subcutaneous emphysema during breast augmentation.
  • To highlight the importance of vigilant intraoperative monitoring.
  • To emphasize team communication in managing surgical complications.

Summary:

  • A case of a 27-year-old patient undergoing breast augmentation experienced extensive subcutaneous emphysema.
  • No alterations in vital signs or pneumothorax were detected.
  • Postoperative imaging confirmed subcutaneous emphysema, ruling out other thoracic complications.

Impact:

  • This case underscores that subcutaneous emphysema can be an isolated and benign finding.
  • It reinforces the necessity of thorough clinical evaluation to exclude pneumothorax.
  • Highlights the role of comprehensive patient monitoring in plastic surgery.