Table 2. Precipitating factors for spontaneous pneumomediastinum (N = 18).
Precipitating factor | n | % |
---|---|---|
Cough | 9 | 50.0 |
Vomiting | 2 | 11.1 |
Inhaled drug use | 2 | 11.1 |
Intense exercise | 1 | 5.6 |
Occupational inhalation of varnish fumes | 1 | 5.6 |
Sudden increase in tobacco consumption | 1 | 5.6 |
Unidentified | 2 | 11.1 |