title: Subcutaneous emphysema.
abstract: Subcutaneous emphysema is a potential surgical complication arising due to introduction of air into the facial planes of the connective tissue. presence of air and accompanying inflammation and or infection could prove fatal in immediate post surgical scenario. This case report aims to prevent one such case of subcutaneous emphysema that was promptly diagnosis and effectively managed.
authors.affiliation: No: 30 KB Dasan Road, Teynampet, Chennai, 600018 India.
authors.forename: S M
authors.initials: SM
authors.lastname: Balaji