Pediatric Spontaneous Pneumomediastinum: Narrative Literature Review

Conclusions: Spontaneous pneumomediastinum is uncommon in children but must be considered in pediatric patients with acute chest and/or neck pain. History taking, physical examination, and standard chest x-ray are most often diagnostic, and there is rarely a need for other investigation. Hospitalization is not always indispensable; ambulatory management can be considered. Outcome is good, and follow-up can be clinical, therefore avoiding further x-rays.
Source: Pediatric Emergency Care - Category: Emergency Medicine Tags: Review Article Source Type: research