Iatrogenic pneumomediastinum after endodontic therapy.
An unusual case of pneumomediastinum caused by subcutaneous emphysema occurring after the use of hydrogen peroxide solution during root canal treatment is described in a 30-year-old man. A thorough search of the available literature failed to reveal similar cases. A review of the literature, including pathogenesis, clinical and radiographic features, and management of this condition, is presented.
Nahlieli
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Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Unit, Barzilai Medical Center, Ashkelon, Israel.
Neder
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D000328:Adult; D006801:Humans; D006861:Hydrogen Peroxide / Q000009:adverse effects* / Q000737:chemistry; D007049:Iatrogenic Disease; D008297:Male; D008478:Mediastinal Emphysema / Q000209:etiology*; D012390:Root Canal Therapy / Q000009:adverse effects; D013352:Subcutaneous Emphysema / Q000209:etiology*
D006861:Hydrogen Peroxide