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September 10, 2025Indian Journal of Community and Family MedicineOpen Access

Hidden dangers of chest trauma: A case of subcutaneous emphysema

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MMMunira MominSNSanat Naik

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Overview

Case report highlights subcutaneous emphysema in a trauma patient, suggesting risk of pneumothorax and pneumomediastinum.

Key Points

  • Subcutaneous emphysema may indicate serious conditions like pneumothorax after chest trauma.
  • A 50-year-old male exhibited subcutaneous emphysema owing to internal injuries from a road accident.
  • External examination revealed extensive subcutaneous emphysema alongside rib fractures and lung issues.
  • Timely recognition of subcutaneous emphysema is crucial for preventing fatal outcomes in trauma patients.

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Momin et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68c1b60654b1d3bfb60eafe3https://doi.org/10.4103/ijcfm.ijcfm_32_25
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