Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques, and Equipment

Diagnostic Pneumomediastinum

Deliberate introduction of air or gas into the mediastinum as an aid to examination and diagnosis.

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Abstract

Deliberate introduction of air or gas into the mediastinum as an aid to examination and diagnosis.

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Synonyms

3 entry terms
  • Pneumomediastinum, Diagnostic
  • Diagnostic Pneumomediastinums
  • Pneumomediastinums, Diagnostic

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14 allowable subheadings

Indexed with the subheadings adverse effects, classification, economics, ethics, history, instrumentation, methods, mortality, nursing, psychology, standards, statistics & numerical data, trends, veterinary.

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  1. E01w.370.388.600

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WF 975

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References

  1. National Library of Medicine. Diagnostic Pneumomediastinum. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH). 2026. Unique ID D011012. http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/2026/D011012
  2. Diagnostic Pneumomediastinum. In: Wikidata. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q73491478