Open AccessIatrogenic subcutaneous emphysema and pneumomediastinum following a high‐speed air drill dental treatment procedure
Author(s) -
Nishimura Takeshi,
Sawai Tatsuo,
Kadoi Kanenori,
Yamada Taihei,
Yoshie Norichika,
Ueda Takahiro,
Nakao Atsunori,
Kotani Joji
Publication year - 2015
Publication title -
acute medicine and surgery
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2052-8817
DOI - 10.1002/ams2.109
Subject(s) - pneumomediastinum , subcutaneous emphysema , medicine , computed tomography , surgery , pneumothorax , dental procedure , mediastinal emphysema , radiology , dentistry , dental care
Case A patient was transported to our hospital with swelling in his right face and neck after restorative dental treatment. Subcutaneous emphysema and pneumomediastinum were discovered using computed tomography scans. Outcome The patient had no severe symptoms. We prescribed prophylactic antibiotics and he recovered uneventfully. Conclusions Clinicians must keep this pathology in mind because prompt diagnosis and treatment contribute to early improvement. Otherwise, patients may face life‐threatening complications.