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Published on: May 6, 2014
[Pneumomediastinum and airway obstruction after traumatic rib fractures]
Nikolaj Sode1, Philip Hansen, Jesper Hvolris
1Ortopædkirurgisk Afdeling, Bispebjerg Hospital, Bispebjerg Bakke 23, 2400 København NV. nikolaj.sode@regionh.dk.
Abstract:
We present a case of upper airway obstruction not previously reported in combination with traumatic rib fractures, pneumothorax, pneumomediastinum and subcutaneous emphysema. A 95-year-old female presented with swelling of the face, neck and upper body. Stridor indicated upper airway obstruction and intubation was performed. A computed tomography revealed subcutaneous emphysema, pneumo-thorax, pneumomediastinum and rib fractures. Bilateral chest tubes were placed and the patient was admitted to intensive care. Upper airway obstruction should be considered in patients with chest trauma.
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