Subcutaneous emphysema of chest wall

Subcutaneous emphysema is called subcutaneous embolism when the subcutaneous tissue of the chest is stored. Subcutaneous emphysema of the chest wall is usually secondary to sternal and / or rib fractures with pneumothorax, especially in patients with multiple rib fractures and tension pneumothorax. It can also be complicated by tracheal, bronchial, lung, and esophageal injuries. Endoscopic examination of the injury.