Diaphragmatic Rupture
The cough is a complex physiologic response designed to protect airways from unwanted secretions and foreign materials. Violent and paroxysmal coughs are associated with many complications. In this article, we will discuss a patient who sustained diaphragmatic rupture as a result of violent coughing...
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Veröffentlicht in: | Chest 2000-04, Vol.117 (4), p.1200-1201 |
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Zusammenfassung: | The cough is a complex physiologic response designed to protect airways from unwanted secretions and foreign materials. Violent and paroxysmal coughs are associated with many complications. In this article, we will discuss a patient who sustained diaphragmatic rupture as a result of violent coughing. The possible mechanisms of this rare complication are explained. |
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ISSN: | 0012-3692 1931-3543 |
DOI: | 10.1378/chest.117.4.1200 |