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Subcutaneous emphysema as a complication of tonsillectomy

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  29 June 2007

S. M. Hampton  and
M. J. Cinnamond
S. M. Hampton*
Affiliation:
Department of Otolaryngology, Belfast City Hospital Trust, Belfast, Northern Ireland
M. J. Cinnamond
Affiliation:
Department of Otolaryngology, Belfast City Hospital Trust, Belfast, Northern Ireland
*
Address for correspondence: Ms. S. M. Hampton, F.R.C.S., Department of Otolaryngology, Belfast City Hospital Trust, Lisburn Road, Belfast BT9 7AB
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Abstract

Subcutaneous emphysema occurs when air is introduced into the tissues. This can happen as a complication during, or immediately after surgery. It has rarely been described after tonsillectomy. Definitive treatment will depend on the cause. We report two cases of subcutaneous emphysema following tonsillectomy.

Keywords

Tonsillectomy, complicationsEmphysema
Type
Clinical Records
Information
The Journal of Laryngology & Otology , Volume 111 , Issue 11 , November 1997 , pp. 1077 - 1078
Copyright
Copyright © JLO (1984) Limited 1997

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