Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: Pneumorrhachis, also known as Epidural emphysema, is a rare condition characterised by intraspinal air or air in the epidural space as a result of traumatic, iatrogenic factors from surgery, anaesthesia, and diagnostic interventions, or as a result of non-traumatic incidents, such as forced coughing from bronchial asthma. Rarely, this condition is linked to Covid 19. A case of pneumomediastinum complicated by pneumorrhachis (PR) in an elderly man with a covid-positive diagnosis is presented here. Our study emphasises the significance of physician vigilance in cases of covid patients reporting lower back pain. Complications related to covid-induced pneumorrhachis can be reduced by prompt diagnosis and ventilation strategy.
Authors: Mohammed Shanil P -, Farsana Jasmin K -
Institutions: Kannur Medical College, Government Medical College
Language: English
Subfield: Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4406621406