Zeynep Kamil Med J. 2015; 46(3): 120-122 | DOI: 10.16948/zktb.96461
A Rare Complication Seen In A Child With Asthma: Subcutaneous Emphysema
Mahmut Doğru, Nil Aras, Hümeyra YasarZeynep Kamil Maternity and Training Hospital, Clinics of Pediatrics, İstanbul, Türkiye
Isolated subcutaneous emphysema due to bronchial asthma is a rare disorder which is often seen with pneumomediastinum. Subcutaneous
emphysema is often seen with asthma attacks. Besides it may be a self-limiting disorder, it may also be life threatening.
Keywords: subcutaneous emphysema, asthma, child
Corresponding Author: Mahmut Doğru, Türkiye
Manuscript Language: English