Clinical analysis of pneumomediastinum or pneumothorax during the removal of brochial foreign bodies.
- Author:
Yao-yun TANG
1
;
Jian-yun XIAO
;
Su-ping ZHAO
;
Ji-wei LIU
;
Xiang-e TIAN
;
Jing XU
Author Information
1. Department of Otolaryngology, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China.
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- MeSH:
Bronchi;
Bronchoscopy;
adverse effects;
Child, Preschool;
Female;
Foreign Bodies;
surgery;
Humans;
Infant;
Male;
Mediastinal Emphysema;
etiology;
Pneumothorax;
etiology
- From:
Journal of Central South University(Medical Sciences)
2006;31(3):441-443
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
OBJECTIVE:To discuss the etiology, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of pneumomediastinum or pneumothorax during the removal of bronchial foreign bodies in children.
METHODS:We analyzed the clinical data of 10 cases of pneumomediastinum or pneumothorax during the removal of bronchial foreign bodies in children.
RESULTS:Two patients died and the other 8 were cured.
CONCLUSION:Pneumomediastinum or pneumothorax is mainly caused by the intrapulmonary hyper-pressure and fracture of pulmonary bubbles. The prognosis of pneumomediastinum or pneumothorax is closely related to such factors as correct and punctual diagnosis and quick removal of the airway obstruction.
