The 75-year-old man who was being treated for COPD experienced a rare complication after surgery. The swelling on the man’s body, which started to swell after the operation, continued to grow non-stop for two weeks. The swelling that started in the pelvis continued in his neck and chest. The swelling that appeared on his face prevented his eyes from opening fully.
After the operation, the man’s lung collapsed and there was an excessive accumulation of edema in his body. At the same time, a subcutaneous complication was detected as a result of collapse in his lung. Doctors placed a tube under his ribs to prevent swelling so the man could heal. About two weeks later, the patient recovered and was discharged.