• J Laryngol Otol · Nov 2003

    Case Reports

    Massive subcutaneous emphysema following routine endotracheal intubation.

    • K F Watters, P D Lacy, and R McConn Walsh.
    • Department of Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery, Beaumont Hospital, Beaumont Road, Dublin 9, Ireland. karwatters@hotmail.com
    • J Laryngol Otol. 2003 Nov 1;117(11):899-901.

    AbstractUpper aerodigestive tract injury after endotracheal intubation is a rare but serious complication. The case of a 57-year-old female, who developed extensive neck and pneumomediastinum following a knee arthroscopy under general anaesthesia, is presented. Possible mechanisms of injury and management options are discussed.

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