Tension pneumomediastinum: a literal form of chest tightness

David J. Clancy; Andrew S. Lane; Peter W. Flynn; Ian M. Seppelt

doi:10.1177/1751143716662665

Tension pneumomediastinum: a literal form of chest tightness

David J. Clancy, Andrew S. Lane^*, Peter W. Flynn, Ian M. Seppelt

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Abstract

Tension pneumomediastinum is a rare and life-threatening complication of mediastinal emphysema which can occur with mechanical ventilation. We present a case of tension mediastinum associated with mechanical ventilation in a patient with Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome due to Pneumocystis jirovecii pneumonia. We discuss the mechanism and pathophysiology of tension pneumomediastinum, the potential association with Pneumocystis jirovecii pneumonia and recruitment manouvres, and its definitive emergency treatment.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	52-56
Number of pages	5
Journal	Journal of the Intensive Care Society
Volume	18
Issue number	1
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1177/1751143716662665
Publication status	Published - 1 Jan 2017
Externally published	Yes

Keywords

pneumatocele
Pneumocystic jirovecii pneumonia
Pneumomediastinum
recruitment manoeuvres

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Tension pneumomediastinum: a literal form of chest tightness

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