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Gökhan Erol1, Emre Kubat1, Hüseyin Sicim1
1Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Health Sciences University, Gülhane Training and Research Hospital, Ankara, TurkeyTurkey.
Abstract:
Pneumomediastinum is a rare entity that is defined as free air in the mediastinal space. A 26-year-old male patient was admitted with pneumomediastinum as an unexpected complication of robotic surgery. Diffuse subcutanous emphysema was observed suddenly on Postoperative Day 3 without respiratory distress. Air trapping into the mediastinum was seen on chest X-ray and computed tomography. The patient was followed in the intensive care unit for 7 days and managed conservatively. Subcutaneous emphysema reduced gradually. In conclusion, although it is a rare condition, pneumomediastinum should be kept in mind as a complication of robotic cardiac surgery.
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