[Subcutaneous emphysema after adenotonsillectomy].
Adenotonsillectomy is a commonly performed procedure in otorhinolaryngology departments. A rare complication is cervicofacial subcutaneous emphysema, that often resolves spontaneously, but may progress to obstruct upper airways or spread to the thorax causing pneumomediastinum or pneumothorax and impair cardiorespiratory function. A case of cervicofacial emphysema in a young woman undergoing routine adenotonsillectomy is presented, and possible mechanisms and treatment options are discussed.
Øre-, Næse-, Hals-afdeling Ø, Regionshospitalet Holstebro, Lægårdvej 12, 7500 Holstebro, Denmark. dr.skov.madsen@gmail.com
Thomas Skov
TS
Randrup
Malene Sine
MS
Rokkjær
D000233:Adenoidectomy / Q000009:adverse effects*; D000293:Adolescent; D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D002444:Cefuroxime / Q000627:therapeutic use; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D013352:Subcutaneous Emphysema / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000209:etiology*; D014068:Tonsillectomy / Q000009:adverse effects*
D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents; D002444:Cefuroxime