Pulmonary Edema Due to Upper Airway Obstruction

Authors:
  • JLJames W. Leatherman
    James W. Leatherman
  • SSSusan Schwartz
    Susan Schwartz
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Abstract
We have reported a case of severe upper airway obstruction accompanied by marked inspiratory effort which produced highly negative intrathoracic pressure, leading to a reduction in pulmonary interstitial hydrostatic pressure and impairment of left ventricular performance. Acute pulmonary edema resulted. Severe acidosis was also present and may have contributed to left ventricular dysfunction.