Pneumomediastinum: An unusual complication after percutaneous nephrolithotomy

Abstract

Pneumomediastinum is the presence of air within the mediastinum. It is usually caused by a respiratory tract disorder, esophageal erosion, bowel perforation, or gastrointestinal tract endoscopic procedure. Pneumomediastinum following urological endoscopic surgery is very uncommon. Here, we report an unusual case of pneumomediastinum in a 55-year-old female following percutaneous nephrolithotomy for renal and ureteral stones. The patient recovered well with supportive treatment with oxygen.

Keywords

• Percutaneous nephrolithotomy
• Pneumomediastinum
• Renal calculi