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Causes Of Airway Obstruction
An acute upper airway obstruction is a blockage of the upper airway, which can be in the trachea, voice box (laryngeal), or throat (pharyngeal) areas.
Alternative Names
Airway obstruction - acute upper
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Causes of acute upper airway obstruction include:
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Allergic reactions in which the trachea or throat swell closed, including allergic reactions to abee sting , peanuts, antibiotics (penicillin), and blood pressure...
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