Letter to the Editor in Response to: Management of Pediatric Patients with Spontaneous Pneumomediastinum: A Retrospective Chart Review

In regard to the article “Management of pediatric patients with spontaneous pneumomediastinum: A retrospective chart review” by Patel, et al, [1] “spontaneous pneumomediastinum” has traditionally been classified as primary or secondary spontaneous pneumomediastinum (PSP and SSP, respectively). PSP is defined as pneu momediastinum occurring in patients without known underlying lung disease, and secondary, when there is underlying disease or other causes such as trauma. Despite significant advances, its terminology remains unchanged, and has not evolved to greater precision.

Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgery - March 19, 2024 Category: Surgery Authors: Santiago Campbell-Silva Source Type: research