Iatrogenic subcutaneous cervicofacial and mediastinal emphysema

¹Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia 19104.

|October 1, 1991

Summary

Subcutaneous emphysema can arise from various conditions, often involving air escaping the aerodigestive tract. A rare case highlights dental air drill use causing cervicofacial and mediastinal emphysema, necessitating prompt medical intervention.

Area of Science:

Medicine
Otolaryngology
Dentistry

Background:

Subcutaneous emphysema involves air in tissues, commonly from the aerodigestive tract.
Causes include trauma, surgery, and mechanical ventilation.
Active air injection, particularly from dental procedures, is a less common etiology.

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