Recurrent subcutaneous air of the face and neck.

Kuo, Elbert; Ding, David; Zoole, Jennifer Bell; Patterson, G Alexander; Crabtree, Traves D · Ann Thorac Surg · 2010

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

Subcutaneous air of the face and neck can be seen after trauma to the lungs, airway, and esophagus. We present a case of a 29-year-old with recurrent subcutaneous air of the face and neck with minimal pneumomediastinum. In this report, we discuss the workup of this patient and review the literature regarding self-inflicted causes.

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