Effect of cocaine abuse on nasal mucosa, septum and turbinates.
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We have presented a case of tension hydrothorax that developed after hyperosmolar hyperalimentation fluids were infused into the pleural space through a misplaced jugular venous line. The hyperosmolar state of the pleural fluid appears to have played a prominent role in the development of the tension hydrothorax. We believe there is a risk of tension hydrothorax in any clinical situation in which the pleural fluid glucose concentration is significantly higher than the serum concentration.
A tortuous thoracic aorta is common in the elderly, often displacing the esophagus without causing organic obstruction. The potential for this complication is present, and a case is reported which required surgical relief of this problem.