Spontaneous pneumomediastinum: radiologic and CT study

Miele, V.; Andreoli, C.; De Cicco, M.L.; Buffa, V.; Galluzzo, M.; Adami, E.A.

Minerva Chirurgica 55(12): 869-872

2000


ISSN/ISBN: 0026-4733
PMID: 11310186
Document Number: 522915
Pneumomediastinum may be due to various diseases. In young adults without thoracic trauma or pulmonary or mediastinal diseases pneumomediastium is secondary to mild strain or cough. This disease is defined as spontaneous pneumomediastinum or Hamman's syndrome, with a good prognosis, and doesn't need any treatment. X-ray and CT of the chest can provide correct diagnosis and adequate treatment.

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