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Case report of a child with spontaneous pneumomediastinum and subcutaneous emphysema

Year: 2023

Type: article

Abstract: Hamman's syndrome is a rare clinical entity that presents with spontaneous pneumomediastinum and subcutaneous emphysema. It is most commonly diagnosed in young men and pregnant women, and is rare in children. We report the case of a female toddler who presented to an emergency department with fever, cough and shortness of breath. Imaging studies revealed subcutaneous emphysema and pneumomediastinum. The patient was diagnosed with Hamman's syndrome after ruling out other possibilities. We discuss the underlying mechanisms of the disease, the diagnostic criteria and the treatment options. The purpose of this case report is to improve clinicians' awareness of the existence of this rare clinical entity in paediatric patients.

Source: Journal of International Medical Research

DOI: 10.1177/03000605231200269

Authors: Murtaza Ali Gowa, Syed Muhammad Aqeel Abidi, Bakhtawer Chandio, Hira Nawaz

Institutions: National Institute of Child Health, Aga Khan University Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Pneumothorax, Barotrauma, Emphysema

Subfield: Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $3,231