Subcutaneous emphysema in oral surgery procedure: Review of literature.

Authors

  • Elías Alejandro Cabanillas Taco
  • Víctor Manuel Arrascue Dulanto

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.20453/reh.v29i3.3608

Keywords:

Emphysema; subcutaneous emphysema; mediastinal emphysema.

Abstract

Objective: Determine the most frequent cause of subcutaneous emphysema in oral surgery, as well as risk factors, diagnosis and treatment. Material and methods: Comprehensive literature search through PubMed & Cochrane from 2009 to 2018. Surgical procedures reports were used. Cases caused by trauma and root canals were excluded. We found 21 reports that met our inclusion criteria. Results: It was found that 14 of the 21 cases were related to the use of high-speed handpiece. Other cases included: 4 for the use of the Air Syringe and 3 for patient activities after the surgical procedure. Conclusions: Subcutaneous emphysema can have serious and life-threatening effects if not treated properly. Special care must be taken with the use of high-speed handpieces. Clear instructions should be given to patients after surgical procedures.

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Published

2019-11-04

How to Cite

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Cabanillas Taco EA, Arrascue Dulanto VM. Subcutaneous emphysema in oral surgery procedure: Review of literature. Rev Estomatol Herediana [Internet]. 2019 Nov. 4 [cited 2024 Jul. 3];29(3):241-6. Available from: https://revistas.upch.edu.pe/index.php/REH/article/view/3608

Issue

Vol. 29 No. 3 (2019): Julio - Setiembre

Section

REVIEW ARTICLE

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