Cahiers d'anesthésiologie
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Cahiers d'anesthésiologie · Jun 1988
Case Reports[Postoperative cervicofacial subcutaneous emphysema].
Two cases of post-operative subcutaneous emphysema are reported. After excessive airway pressure, air or anaesthetic gases may spread to the neck, mediastinum, abdomen or pleural cavity. ⋯ Possible aetiologic factors are outlined. The consequences of this condition are limited after adequate emergency treatment.