Ramos Jennifer,  Squires Judy

Final Pr. ID: Poster #: EDU-085

Pneumomediastinum is a radiological finding that may be seen following thoracic trauma, yet its importance and follow-up imaging recommendations are not standardized. Additionally, there is limited evidence linking traumatic pneumomediastinum to injury that will require treatment.

To evaluate the rate of the positivity of esophagrams performed for post-traumatic pneumomediastinum and to determine the appropriate investigative procedures needed. Read More

Authors:  Ramos Jennifer , Squires Judy

Keywords:  Pneumomediastinum, Esophagram, Chest Computed Tomography (CT)

Albers Brittany

Final Pr. ID: Poster #: SCI-002

Pneumomediastinum is a relatively common cause of hospitalization in the pediatric population. In this study, we evaluate the effect of chest CT on the management of spontaneous pneumomediastinum in the pediatric age group. If chest CT can be shown to have no significant effect on management, then radiation dose to the patient can be decreased. Read More

Authors:  Albers Brittany

Keywords:  pneumomediastinum, radiation reduction, best practices