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  • Neurology
  • Radiology
  • Traumatology

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  • Pneumorrhachis (PR) is defined as the presence of air within the spinal canal.
  • This condition is infrequently diagnosed and often associated with specific etiological factors.

Observation:

  • The majority of pneumorrhachis cases are linked to iatrogenic causes, such as repeated epidural punctures.
  • Traumatic injuries, including penetrating trauma and sudden increases in intra-alveolar pressure (e.g., during asthma attacks), are also common triggers.
  • Non-traumatic and non-iatrogenic origins are less frequent but have been observed in the context of neoplastic disease.

Findings:

  • The study reviews the causes and clinical presentation of pneumorrhachis.
  • It emphasizes the association of PR with both external and internal factors affecting the spinal canal and surrounding structures.

Implications:

  • Understanding the diverse causes of pneumorrhachis is crucial for accurate diagnosis and management.
  • Recognition of PR in non-traumatic settings, such as neoplastic disease, warrants further investigation.
  • This condition underscores the importance of considering iatrogenic and traumatic etiologies in spinal canal air presence.