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Ruptured jejunum following Heimlich maneuver

R M Razaboni, C E Brathwaite, W A Dwyer

    The Journal of Emergency Medicine
    |January 1, 1986
    PubMed

    Insights

    The Heimlich maneuver is a life-saving technique for choking. However, this procedure can lead to rare complications like jejunal rupture, necessitating medical evaluation after its use.

    Area of Science:

    • Emergency Medicine
    • Surgical Complications
    • Gastrointestinal Surgery

    Background:

    • The Heimlich maneuver is a widely recognized emergency procedure for foreign body airway obstruction.
    • While effective, like all medical interventions, it carries potential risks and side effects.

    Observation:

    • A rare but serious complication of the Heimlich maneuver, jejunal rupture, is presented.
    • This case highlights an previously undocumented adverse event associated with the procedure.

    Findings:

    • The proper technique can minimize risks, but complications can still occur.
    • Jejunal rupture represents a significant, albeit infrequent, adverse outcome of the maneuver.

    Implications:

    • Patients undergoing the Heimlich maneuver should receive prompt medical assessment post-procedure.
    • Awareness of this complication is crucial for healthcare providers to ensure timely diagnosis and management.
    • Further research into the biomechanics of the maneuver may help refine techniques and reduce iatrogenic injuries.

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