Surgical emphysema following dental treatment

Surgical emphysema is a relatively rare complication of dental surgery. Many cases go unrecognized or are misdiagnosed. Although the majority of cases resolve spontaneously, some can lead to potentially life-threatening complications requiring emergency intervention. A case of surgical emphysema fol...

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Published inJournal of laryngology and otology Vol. 113; no. 8; p. 756
Main Authors Salib, R J, Valentine, P, Akhtar, S
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published England 01.08.1999
Subjects
Anaphylaxis - etiology
Angioedema - etiology
Dental Restoration, Permanent - adverse effects
Diagnosis, Differential
Female
Hemorrhage - etiology
Humans
Middle Aged
Subcutaneous Emphysema - etiology
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Summary:Surgical emphysema is a relatively rare complication of dental surgery. Many cases go unrecognized or are misdiagnosed. Although the majority of cases resolve spontaneously, some can lead to potentially life-threatening complications requiring emergency intervention. A case of surgical emphysema following a routine restorative dental procedure is presented. The differential diagnosis and management of this condition is discussed.
ISSN:0022-2151
DOI:10.1017/s0022215100145128