Spontaneous pneumomediastinum after balloon inflation presenting as dysphagia and odynophagia in a child

Key Points

• Spontaneous pneumomediastinum leads to symptoms of dysphagia and odynophagia in this child.
• The boy showed neck pain while having no fever, cough, or respiratory distress.
• Observation occurred in a paediatric emergency department setting, highlighting the need for immediate assessment.
• Adverse events can arise from procedures like balloon inflation, necessitating further awareness.

Abstract