Pneumomediastinum

Pneumomediastinum
Pneumomediastinum: Spinnaker sail sign. (Image courtesy of RadsWiki)

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Trusha Tank, M.D.[2] Cafer Zorkun, M.D., Ph.D. [3]

Synonyms and keywords: Mediastinal emphysema

Overview

Pneumomediastinum is the term which defines the abnormal presence of air in the mediastinum. It has also been described as mediastinal emphysema.

Historical Perspective

Pneumomediastinum was first described in 1819 by Laλnnec

Diagnosis

History and Symptoms | Physical Examination | Laboratory Findings | Electrocardiogram | Chest X Ray | CT | MRI | Echocardiography or Ultrasound | Other Imaging Findings | Other Diagnostic Studies

Treatment

Medical Therapy | Surgery | Primary Prevention | Secondary Prevention

Case Studies

Case #1