Pneumorrhachis and pneumothorax with pneumocephalus following gunshot wound to the chest in a 45-year-old male: a case report
The coexistence of pneumorrhachis, pneumothorax, and pneumocephalus following chest gunshot trauma is exceedingly rare. This case underscores the importance of early recognition, prompt imaging, and multidisciplinary care in managing such complex injuries, contributing valuable insights to the limited literature on these conditions.
Authors
- Jamal Ataya (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4848-6719)
- Ghena Alhadwah
- Joudy Sharkatli
- Yara Sayed-Ahmad
Institutions
- University of Aleppo (SY)
- Latakia University (SY)
- Damascus Hospital (SY)
- University of Kalamoon (SY)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Medical Case Reports
- Published
- 2026-01-04
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1186/s13256-025-05762-6
- Primary Topic
- Pneumothorax, Barotrauma, Emphysema
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00