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Factitious subcutaneous emphysema: a case report

R P Craig, K D Boffard

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    A young man developed surgical emphysema in his forearm from a modified syringe needle. This rare artefact, linked to drug abuse and syringe access, highlights potential risks.

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    Area of Science:

    • Medical Case Reports
    • Toxicology
    • Public Health

    Background:

    • Surgical emphysema is the presence of air in the subcutaneous tissues.
    • Artefactual injuries can occur due to self-inflicted trauma, particularly in individuals with substance use disorders.
    • Access to syringes is increasing, potentially leading to novel injury patterns.