Airway Burn
Burns to the airway can be caused by inhaling smoke, steam, superheated air, or toxic fumes, often in a poorly ventilated space. Airway burns can be very serious since the rapid swelling of burned tissue in the airway can quickly block the flow of air to the lungs.
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Review Date : 12/4/2003
Reviewed By : A.D.A.M. Medical Illustration Team
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