A Case of the Incidentally Discovered Pneumomediastinum
Pneumomediastinum… Where is the air coming from? Who do you consult? Are antibiotics and/or surgery needed?
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Pneumomediastinum
Quality Corner: Perianal and perirectal abscess; Pneumomediastinum
Welcome back to Quality Corner, a series that evaluates tough cases with potential areas for improvement. This month’s Quality Corner covers cases involving perianal/perirectal abscess and pneumomediastinum.
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Pneumomediastinum
Every so often you encounter a patient that has a finding that catches you by surprise. Like having air in places that should not have air in them. We have discussed spontaneous pneumothorax and traumatic pneumothorax in children as well as how to detect pneumothorax in neonates and how to treat a pneumothorax, but what about pneumomediastinum? As you try to resist the urge to say “D’Oh!” let us consider Pneumomediastinum!