Posterior mediastinal hematoma – a rare case following a fall from standing height: a case report
2007
Rare Case of Mediastinal Hematoma After a Fall
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Pasumarthy Lakshmi
Primary Institution: York Hospital, York, PA, USA
Hypothesis
Can a fall from standing height cause a mediastinal hematoma?
Conclusion
This case highlights that a mediastinal hematoma can occur after a fall from standing height, which has not been previously reported.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient had a stable hematoma that did not require intervention.
- Follow-up CT scans showed no progression of the hematoma.
- This case is unique as it reports a mediastinal hematoma from a fall from standing height.
Takeaway
Sometimes, when older people fall, they can get hurt in ways we don't expect, like having a blood collection in their chest.
Methodology
Case report detailing the medical history, examination, and imaging results of a 76-year-old woman after a fall.
Limitations
This is a single case report, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
76-year-old woman with a history of hepatitis C and coronary artery disease.
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