@article{CCTS29226,
author = {Edward Willems and Katelijn Pannecoeck and Vincent Herpels and Philip Lerut},
title = {Spontaneous pneumomediastinum: a rare cause of dyspnea},
journal = {Current Challenges in Thoracic Surgery},
volume = {1},
number = {0},
year = {2019},
keywords = {},
abstract = {In this report, we present the case of an 18-year-old male with dyspnea and thoracic pain since 1 day. Investigation revealed the presence of a pneumomediastinum without apparent aetiology. He had an uneventful recovery after a short observation. Spontaneous pneumomediastinum (SPM) is defined as presence of air in the mediastinum in the absence of traumatic, infectious or iatrogenic cause. It is a rare cause of acute chest pain and dyspnea, yet it is a benign condition with an excellent prognosis and low recurrence rates.},
issn = {2664-3278}, url = {https://ccts.amegroups.org/article/view/29226}
}