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Pneumomediastinum (Macklin Phenomenon)

Imaging findings

Subtle streaks of air in the mediastinum in a patient following trauma (snowboarding).

Key takeaways

The Macklin phenomenon describes alveolar rupture causing air to track into the mediastinum.

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