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1Department of Emergency Medicine, Stritch University School of Medicine, Loyola University Medical Center, Maywood, Illinois.
Advanced Emergency Nursing Journal
|April 29, 2021
Summary
Spontaneous retropharyngeal emphysema (SRE) is a rare condition presenting without trauma. This case highlights a young woman
Area of Science:
- Medicine
- Pulmonology
- Emergency Medicine
Background:
- Spontaneous retropharyngeal emphysema (SRE) is an uncommon condition.
- It typically manifests with sudden odynophagia and dyspnea.
Observation:
- A young, healthy female presented with mild respiratory symptoms.
- Her condition rapidly deteriorated in the emergency department waiting area.
Findings:
- The case details the diagnostic process for SRE.
- It emphasizes the importance of recognizing SRE's potential for rapid progression.
Implications:
- This case underscores the need for prompt evaluation of SRE.
- It highlights the potential necessity of emergent thoracic surgery consultation.
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