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Anales del Sistema Sanitario de Navarra
Print version ISSN 1137-6627
Abstract
RUIZ-RUIZ, F. J.; SAMPERIZ, A.; RUBIO, T. and ESCOLAR, F.. Spontaneus pneumomediastinum. Anales Sis San Navarra [online]. 2006, vol.29, n.2, pp.275-278. ISSN 1137-6627.
Spontaneous pneumomediastinum (defined by the presence of free air in the mediastinum) is an infrequent entity that is presented in the absence of diseases or precipitating factors. It generally affects young and healthy males. Thoracic pain, dyspnea, or both, are the most frequent symptoms. Other signs and symptoms are subcutaneous emphysema and Hammans sign. Simple radiography of the thorax allows for the diagnosis in a high percentage of patients. Conservative treatment is indicated in these patients and has a favourable prognosis. Relapses are infrequent.
Keywords : Spontaneous pneumomediastinum; Thoracic pain; Diagnosis; Treatment.