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Iatrogenic subcutaneous emphysema and pneumomediastinum following a high‐speed air drill dental treatment procedure

Year: 2015

Type: article

Abstract: Case: A patient was transported to our hospital with swelling in his right face and neck after restorative dental treatment. Subcutaneous emphysema and pneumomediastinum were discovered using computed tomography scans. Outcome: The patient had no severe symptoms. We prescribed prophylactic antibiotics and he recovered uneventfully. Conclusions: Clinicians must keep this pathology in mind because prompt diagnosis and treatment contribute to early improvement. Otherwise, patients may face life-threatening complications.

Source: Acute Medicine & Surgery

DOI: 10.1002/ams2.109

Authors: Takeshi Nishimura, Tatsuo Sawai, Kanenori Kadoi, Taihei Yamada, Norichika Yoshie, Takahiro Ueda, Atsunori Nakao, Joji Kotani

Institution: Hyogo Medical University

Language: English

Topic: Pneumothorax, Barotrauma, Emphysema

Subfield: Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: bronze

OpenAlex ID: W1516128409

FWCI: 0.263

Cites: 13

Cited by: 16

Related to: 10