Subcutaneous emphysema

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]

Synonyms and keywords: SCE; SE; tissue emphysema

## Overview

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## Historical Perspective

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## Pathophysiology

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## Causes

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## Differentiating Subcutaneous Emphysema from other Diseases

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## Epidemiology and Demographics

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## Risk Factors

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## Natural History, Complications and Prognosis

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## Diagnosis

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History and Symptoms | Physical Examination | Laboratory Findings | Chest X Ray | CT | Other Imaging Findings | Other Diagnostic Studies

## Treatment

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Medical Therapy | Surgery | Primary Prevention | Secondary Prevention | Cost-Effectiveness of Therapy | Future or Investigational Therapies

## Case Studies

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Case #1

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