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- Title
Spontaneous Epidural Air Entrapment.
- Authors
Eisa, Naseem; Moh'd, Hamzah; Alraiyes, Abdul Hamid; Shaheen, Khaldoon; Kheir, Fayez
- Abstract
Background: Epidural pneumorrhachis (EPR), an extension of pneumomediastinum, results from air that leaks from the mediastinum and accumulates in the epidural space of the spine. It is an uncommon, benign condition; most cases are asymptomatic, are recognized only on computed tomography scans, and require no treatment. Case Report: We present a case of EPR, pneumomediastinum, pneumothorax, and subcutaneous emphysema in a young male who was managed conservatively with supportive care. Conclusions: EPR is a rare yet benign condition that can be found incidentally while working up lung or spine pathology. Although radiography can define the presence of a pneumomediastinum and subcutaneous emphysema, the diagnosis of EPR can only be made using computed tomography. The management of EPR is usually conservative, and the focus should be on underlying disease.
- Subjects
MEDIASTINUM diseases; RADIOGRAPHY; PULMONARY emphysema
- Publication
Ochsner Journal, 2014, Vol 14, Issue 2, p240
- ISSN
1524-5012
- Publication type
Case Study