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Traumatic prevertebral emphysema: Report of 5 cases

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Prevertebral emphysema following blunt trauma is a rare condition, associated with potentially life-threatening conditions like esophageal perforation and tracheobronchial injury. However, because it is less common than other post-traumatic conditions such as pneumothorax, hemothorax, pneumomediastinum, or lung contusion, it is often overlooked in emergency care, especially in resource-limited settings. Here, we present five cases of prevertebral emphysema that were diagnosed and managed in a low-resource setting following trauma and propose a diagnostic algorithm.

Source: Medical Reports

DOI: 10.1016/j.hmedic.2025.100257

Authors: Shafi Ahmed, Upal Chowdhury, Raihana Ahmed, Rivu Raj Chakraborty

Institution: Chittagong Medical College

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: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $1,900