Airway obstruction induced by angiotensin-converting enzymes inhibitors.
The air medical transport of patients with potential or actual airway problems is commonplace. Airway obstruction from angioedema, however, is seldom seen and can be life-threatening if not managed correctly. This case outlines airway compromise from angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEIs) and discusses its subsequent management.
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Vanderbilt LifeFlight, Nashville, TN, USA.
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D000368:Aged; D000402:Airway Obstruction / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy*; D000799:Angioedema / Q000139:chemically induced* / Q000150:complications / Q000503:physiopathology; D000806:Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors / Q000009:adverse effects*; D004638:Emergency Treatment; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D013714:Tennessee
D000806:Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors