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Fig. 2

From: Computed tomography imaging-guided parasternal approach drainage for children with tension pneumomediastinum: a case series

Fig. 2

2a: Plan the puncture path using preoperative chest computed tomography. Extensive mediastinal tension emphysema compressing the mediastinal vessels and both lungs, the trachea is pushed posteriorly. Extensive lateral subcutaneous emphysema. 2b: Skin surface markers of the puncture site. A: The angle of needle insertion; D: The depth of pneumomediastinum; S: The spacing between the puncture site and the sternum midline. P: The puncture site

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