| Literature DB >> 3991262 |
W W Woodruff, D F Merten, D R Kirks.
Abstract
Atraumatic or primary pneumomediastinum is an uncommon complication of severe retching and vomiting associated with acute gastrointestinal disorders. In two cases pneumomediastinum was the presenting radiographic abnormality; one patient presented with acute gastroenteritis, and the other presented with duodenal obstruction due to hematoma. The pathogenesis of pneumomediastinum in these patients is presented.Entities:
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Year: 1985 PMID: 3991262 DOI: 10.1007/bf02388612
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Pediatr Radiol ISSN: 0301-0449