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ACUTE POST-EXTUBATION NEGATIVE PRESSURE PULMONARY EDEMA
Dr. Amit Yashwantrao Bodkhe*, Dr. Arulmurugan Balsubramanian, Dr. Kavithadevi Mohanraj, Dr. Biju P. Aliyarukunju
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Negative pressure pulmonary edema (NPPE) is a rare but serious complication that can occur after extubation due to upper airway obstruction. We report the case of a healthy 20-year-old male who developed acute respiratory distress shortly after emergency orthopedic surgery. Clinical signs and imaging were consistent with NPPE. Supportive treatment, including corticosteroids, diuretics and non-invasive ventilation, led to complete recovery within 24 hours. This case highlights the importance of early recognition and prompt management of NPPE, even in low-risk patients.
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