An intriguing tale of pneumomediastinum and subcutaneous emphysema in staphylococcal pneumonia: a rare case and literature review of subcutaneous drain insertion

Breathe (Sheff). 2024 Mar;20(1):230154. doi: 10.1183/20734735.0154-2023. Epub 2024 May 14.

Abstract

Debilitating subcutaneous emphysema, which can result in upper airway compromise, requires urgent intervention to avoid respiratory arrest. It can be treated using subcutaneous chest drain insertion to provide immediate relief of air pressure. https://bit.ly/3I2oV1k.

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  • Case Reports