Acute pulmonary oedema complicating adenotonsillectomy for obstructive sleep apnoea.
Acute pulmonary oedema can sometimes complicate adenotonsillectomy carried out for obstructive sleep apnoea. Early recognition and adequate oxygenation are the key to management. We report such a case; the pathophysiology and management of this rare complication of a common procedure are discussed.
Motamed
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M
Department of Otolaryngology, Royal Free Hospital, London, UK.
Djazaeri
B
B
Marks
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R
D000208:Acute Disease; D000233:Adenoidectomy / Q000009:adverse effects*; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D008297:Male; D011654:Pulmonary Edema / Q000209:etiology*; D012891:Sleep Apnea Syndromes / Q000601:surgery*; D014068:Tonsillectomy / Q000009:adverse effects*