Cajal CJR, Pérez AL, Díaz GE

Language: Spanish
References: 4
Page: 432-434
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ABSTRACT

Introduction: Hamman syndrome, or spontaneous pneumomediastinum, is a rare condition characterized by air in the mediastinum. Clinical case: a 20-year-old young man with dyspnea and substernal pain related to asthma exacerbation. Radiological tests show signs of pneumomediastinum and cervical subcutaneous emphysema. Conclusion: spontaneous pneumomediastinum is a benign and self-limiting condition that resolves without surgery. Radiological tests are essential.

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