| Literature DB >> 10767262 |
L George1, S U Rehman, F A Khan.
Abstract
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.Entities:
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Year: 2000 PMID: 10767262 DOI: 10.1378/chest.117.4.1200
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Chest ISSN: 0012-3692 Impact factor: 9.410