Subcutaneous emphysema and pneumomediastinum during dental treatment
Pediatric Emergency Medicine Journal
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: 62-66, 2018.
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ABSTRACT
Subcutaneous emphysema is a rare complication of maxillofacial and dental surgery, and may be life-threatening because it can rapidly spread to the scalp, neck, and chest. We report a case of severe subcutaneous emphysema with pneumomediastinum during restorative dentistry in a child with difficulty in communication. The patient was hospitalized for conservative treatment and discharged after complete recovery as a result of timely diagnosis and treatment. Dentists and pediatricians should be aware of potential subcutaneous emphysema during dental treatment, with careful monitoring to ensure prompt diagnosis and treatment.
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Asunto principal:
Pediatría
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Cuero Cabelludo
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Enfisema Subcutáneo
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Tórax
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Extracción Dental
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Procedimientos Quirúrgicos Orales
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Odontología
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Odontólogos
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Diagnóstico
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Enfisema Mediastínico
Tipo de estudio:
Estudio diagnóstico
Límite:
Niño
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Humanos
Idioma:
Inglés
Revista:
Pediatric Emergency Medicine Journal
Año:
2018
Tipo del documento:
Artículo
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