title: Thigh subcutaneous emphysema: is that a clear indication for thigh exploration?
abstract: Thigh subcutaneous emphysema is an usual orthopaedic presentation normally associated with musculoskeletal problems or penetrating wounds. But, sometimes it can be related to abdominal pathology. We present a case of subcutaneous emphysema of the thigh secondary to para-caecal abscess.
authors.affiliation: Prince Charles Hospital, Merthyr Tydfil, UK.
authors.forename: P
authors.initials: P
authors.lastname: Mekhail
authors.affiliation: Prince Charles Hospital, Merthyr Tydfil, UK.
authors.forename: A
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Saklani
authors.affiliation: Prince Charles Hospital, Merthyr Tydfil, UK.
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Philobos
authors.affiliation: Prince Charles Hospital, Merthyr Tydfil, UK.
authors.forename: Ag
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Masoud