Anesthesia & Clinical Research
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Abstract

Positive Pressure Ventilation Related Pneumopericardium and Pneumomediastinum: A Case Report

Jyoti Rawat*

Pneumomediastinum and pneumopericardium is defined as the presence of free air in the mediastinum structures and pericardial sac. It is an uncommon condition which requires early recognition to prevent mortality and morbidity associated with it. A 9 year old male, having history of left non-palpable undescended testis since birth was admitted in dept. Patient had history of URTI 1 week ago. We are describing a patient with pneumomediastinum and pneumopericardium and bilateral subcutaneous emphysema associated with post intubation and positive pressure ventilation.

Published Date: 2024-06-30; Received Date: 2020-06-17