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[Spontaneous pneumomediastinum: about 18 cases]
Chaanoun Khadija1, Zaghba Nahid1, Benjelloun Hanane1
1Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Ibn Rochd de Casablanca, Maroc.
The Pan African Medical Journal
|April 23, 2019
Summary
Spontaneous pneumomediastinum, a condition with air in the chest cavity, typically resolves on its own. This study of 18 cases found favorable outcomes with no recurrences, highlighting its generally benign nature.
Area of Science:
- Pulmonology
- Thoracic Medicine
Background:
- Spontaneous pneumomediastinum (SPM) is air in the mediastinum without trauma or iatrogenic cause.
- Diagnosis often relies on chest X-ray, with advanced imaging or endoscopy sometimes needed.
- SPM generally has a favorable prognosis.
Observation:
- This study analyzed 18 SPM cases (13 male, 5 female, average age 24) from 2006-2017.
- Retrosternal chest pain was the primary symptom.
- Triggers included coughing spells, asthma exacerbations, hookah use, vomiting, childbirth, and COPD exacerbations.
Findings:
- All 18 patients experienced favorable outcomes.
- Complete spontaneous resolution of pneumomediastinum was observed in all cases.
- No recurrence was noted during a minimum 3-year follow-up.
Implications:
- SPM is a generally benign condition with a high likelihood of spontaneous resolution.
- Understanding common triggers can aid in patient counseling and management.
- The favorable prognosis suggests conservative management is often appropriate.
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