Subcutaneous emphysema with spontaneous pneumomediastinum is a rare benign condition, which, if diagnosed early, can be managed conservatively. We present a case of young woman who showed subcutaneous emphysema without any precipitating factors was found to reveal spontaneous pneumomediastinum and treated conservatively with rest, analgesics, and oxygen therapy.
Key words: Subcutaneous emphysema, spontaneous pneumomediastinum, computerized tomography
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