Bronchiectasis with severe subcutaneous emphysema

Case contributed by Mohammad Ashkan Moslehi
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

5 y/o girl with non cystic fibrosis bronchiectasis developed severe respiratory distress and body puffiness. Chest xray was done immidiatley after arrival.

Patient Data

Age: 5 y/o
Gender: Female

Extensive subcutaneous emphysema, right lung pneumothorax and pneumomediastinum are seen. Pneumoretroperitoneum is also detected.

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