Naughty onset of Acute Pulmonory Edema In 11 Year old Adolescent Boy
Journal Title: Journal Of Pediatric Critical Care - Year 2019, Vol 6, Issue 2
Abstract
Post obstructive pulmonary edema (POPE) is a life-threatening complication occurring after relief of an upper airway obstruction. We report a case of 11-year-old boy developed POPE after accidental near hanging , who was recovered after supportive treatment and mechanical ventilation .POPE is reversible condition if recognized early and properly treated
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- EP ID EP551322
- DOI 10.21304/2019.0602.00489
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