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A Case of Spontaneous Pneumomediastinum with Subcutaneous Emphysema in Children
Spontaneous pneumomediastinum is defined as free air or gas contained within the mediastinum, which almost invariably originates from the alveolar space or the conducting airways. It is rare in pediatric patients; however, occasional cases are reported to result from forced Valsalva's maneuver due to cough, emesis, a first attack of wheeze, or asthma exacerbations. We report the case of a 7-yea...
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Surgical emphysema is a relatively rare complication of dental surgery. Many cases go unrecognized or are misdiagnosed. Although the majority of cases resolve spontaneously, some can lead to potentially life-threatening complications requiring emergency intervention. A case of surgical emphysema following a routine restorative dental procedure is presented. The differential diagnosis and manage...
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ژورنال
عنوان ژورنال: BMJ
سال: 1936
ISSN: 0959-8138,1468-5833
DOI: 10.1136/bmj.2.3958.965