Ultrasound diagnosis of an atypical pneumomediastinum
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1992
Authors
Van Gelderen W.F.C.
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Abstract
The diagnosis of an atypical pneumomediastinum in a newborn was confirmed by ultrasound where an echogenic rim of air was noted around the heart. Ultrasound is suggested as an alternative to a decubitus film in differentiating between a pneumomediastinum (which usually resolves spontaneously) and a medial pneumothorax (which requires drainage).
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article, case report, differential diagnosis, echography, female, human, infant, newborn, pneumomediastinum, priority journal, thorax radiography, Case Report, Diagnosis, Differential, Female, Human, Infant, Newborn, Mediastinal Emphysema, Pneumothorax
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Pediatric Radiology
22
6
22
6