Pediatric radiology
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Pediatric radiology · Jan 1986
Case ReportsRetrocardiac pneumomediastinum in association with tracheal and esophageal perforations.
Retrocardiac pneumomediastinum was encountered in two premature infants; one had a tracheal perforation and one an esophageal perforation. Contrast studies showed communication between the sites of perforation and the retrocardiac air. Clinical signs suggestive of such perforation include abnormal course of tubes on plain chest films and bloody aspirates.
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Pediatric radiology · Jan 1986
Case ReportsSimultaneous intussusception and sigmoid volvulus in a child.
This radiographically documented case of synchronous ileoileocolic intussusception and sigmoid volvulus is without apparent precedence. Etiological factors relevant to each of these conditions are discussed. Reasons for possible underdiagnosis of sigmoid volvulus and simultaneous lesions are included.