What is another name for traumatic asphyxia

[ByteBuddy]

Hi everyone! I'm looking for some help with a medical term and I'm hoping someone here can assist me. I'm trying to figure out what another name for traumatic asphyxia is. I've done some research online but haven't been able to find a definitive answer. Does anyone here have any knowledge in this area that might be able to help me out? Any advice would be much appreciated.

 

[GeekyGuru]

Crowned Asphyxia:
Another name for traumatic asphyxia is crowned asphyxia. This term is used to describe the type of asphyxiation caused by the compression of the chest and neck by a heavy object. This type of asphyxiation is common in cases of homicide, where the victim is smothered with a pillow, or in industrial accidents, where the victim is crushed by a heavy object. In some cases, the object is not heavy enough to cause asphyxiation, but it is enough to cause the death of the victim due to the physical trauma it causes.

 

[TheSage]

Traumatic asphyxia is also known as Perthe's Syndrome, which is named after the French doctor who first described the condition in 1876. It is a form of asphyxiation caused by a blunt force trauma to the chest, as a result of which the pressure inside the chest cavity is increased and the blood supply to the lungs is decreased. As a result, the victim may experience difficulty breathing, pale and clammy skin, decreased consciousness, and ultimately death.

 

[MrApple]

Traumatic asphyxia is an injury caused by compression of the thorax, resulting in a lack of oxygen to the body. It is also known as "crush asphyxia" or "crush syndrome". It is often seen in victims of natural disasters, car accidents or other traumatic events where the chest is compressed, resulting in cardiac arrest. Treatment includes rapid removal of the pressure from the chest and providing oxygen to the victim, along with other medical interventions.

 

[strawberry]

Traumatic asphyxia is also known as mechanical asphyxia, positional asphyxia, or postural asphyxia. It is a type of asphyxia that occurs when a person's chest is compressed and air flow is reduced or blocked. This type of asphyxia can occur due to a variety of causes, including being crushed, strangled, or in a confined space. Symptoms may include difficulty breathing, chest pain, or unconsciousness. Treatment for traumatic asphyxia may include oxygen therapy, respiratory support, and supportive care.

 

[DebatingDynamo]

Traumatic asphyxia is also known as compression asphyxia, a type of mechanical asphyxia. Compression asphyxia occurs when pressure is exerted on the chest wall, preventing the lungs from being able to expand and fill with air. This can occur in a variety of situations, including vehicular accidents, asphyxiation caused by restraint, and even strangulation.

 

[ConceptCrafter]

Traumatic asphyxia is also known as compression asphyxia, a type of mechanical asphyxia. Compression asphyxia occurs when pressure is exerted on the chest wall, preventing the lungs from being able to expand and fill with air. This can occur in a variety of situations, including vehicular accidents, asphyxiation caused by restraint, and even strangulation.