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  • Title: [Pneumomediastinum and airway obstruction after traumatic rib fractures].
    Author: Sode N, Hansen P, Hvolris J.
    Journal: Ugeskr Laeger; 2015 Jan 26; 177(2A):74-5. PubMed ID: 25612976.
    Abstract:
    We present a case of upper airway obstruction not previously reported in combination with traumatic rib fractures, pneumothorax, pneumomediastinum and subcutaneous emphysema. A 95-year-old female presented with swelling of the face, neck and upper body. Stridor indicated upper airway obstruction and intubation was performed. A computed tomography revealed subcutaneous emphysema, pneumo-thorax, pneumomediastinum and rib fractures. Bilateral chest tubes were placed and the patient was admitted to intensive care. Upper airway obstruction should be considered in patients with chest trauma.
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