Spontaneous pneumomediastinum

Lucas, Susana; Ramos, Helena

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Lucas, Susana

Ramos, Helena

Abstract(s)

Pneumomediastinum is defined as the presence of air in the mediastinal cavity. Can be classified into two categories: secondary pneumomediastinum, when there is a causative etiological factor and spontaneous pneumomediastinum, without a clear etiology.