05-01-2016, 07:51 PM
Drew Phipps Wrote:from Wikipedia:
"Subcutaneous emphysema is not typically dangerous in and of itself, however it can be a symptom of very dangerous underlying conditions, such as pneumothorax.[SUP][7][/SUP] Although the underlying conditions require treatment, subcutaneous emphysema usually does not; small amounts of air are reabsorbed by the body. However, subcutaneous emphysema can be uncomfortable and may interfere with breathing, and is often treated by removing air from the tissues, for example by using large bore needles, skin incisions or subcutaneous catheterization." (emphasis added)
As I recall, Bob you posted a well-researched thread about JFK's observed pneumothorax.
Yes, subcutaneous emphysema will interfere with breathing but, ONLY if it has become so widespread and severe that it begins to interfere with the passage of air.
Below are three photos showing severe and widespread subcutaneous emphysema:
![[Image: Subcutaneous-Emphysema-Image.jpg]](http://www.hxbenefit.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/Subcutaneous-Emphysema-Image.jpg)
Did the Parkland physicians report JFK appearing like this? Does this resemble what JFK looked like in any of the autopsy photos?
Mr. HILL. The right rear portion of his head was missing. It was lying in the rear seat of the car. His brain was exposed. There was blood and bits of brain all over the entire rear portion of the car. Mrs. Kennedy was completely covered with blood. There was so much blood you could not tell if there had been any other wound or not, except for the one large gaping wound in the right rear portion of the head.
Warren Commission testimony of Secret Service Agent Clinton J. Hill, 1964
Warren Commission testimony of Secret Service Agent Clinton J. Hill, 1964