Subcutaneous emphysema after intralesional cryotherapy: An unusual complication
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, cilt.21, sa.2, ss.850-852, 2022 (SCI-Expanded, Scopus)
- Yayın Türü: Makale / Tam Makale
- Cilt numarası: 21 Sayı: 2
- Basım Tarihi: 2022
- Doi Numarası: 10.1111/jocd.14159
- Dergi Adı: Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology
- Derginin Tarandığı İndeksler: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus, Academic Search Premier, EMBASE, MEDLINE
- Sayfa Sayıları: ss.850-852
- Anahtar Kelimeler: intralesional cryotherapy, keloid, subcutaneous emphysema
- Sağlık Bilimleri Üniversitesi Adresli: Evet
Özet
Background: Intralesional cryotherapy (ILC) is a safe and well tolerated by the patient. Subcutaneous emphysema (SE) cases after spray and contact cryotherapy have been described; however, this complication has not been previously reported after ILC. Aim: Our aim is to discuss the possible causes of SE development after ILC. Method: We present a young patient that developed SE after ILC applying by insertion of an open-ended needle to the tip of the cryotherapy gun. Results: The development of SE following ILC may have been caused by inward clefting from the ear hole, the usage of an open-ended needle and a lack of safety system. Conclusion: It will be safer to apply special methods involving the usage of sealed distal type to prevent SE development.