Pneumomediastinum after dental extraction.
In the preceding case, air dissection into the subcutaneous space and mediastinum was caused by the removal of an impacted third molar with a high-speed drill. Such surgery can result in a typical clinical complex lasting a few days and consisting of pain, dyspnea, fever, and leukocytosis. Because there is a potential for mediastinitis, antibiotic therapy is indicated.
D000328:Adult; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008478:Mediastinal Emphysema / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000209:etiology*; D011859:Radiography; D014081:Tooth Extraction / Q000009:adverse effects*