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Characteristics of cases
| Case | Sex | Age (y) | BMI | Trigger for pneumomediastinum | Medical history | Time for recovery |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Female | 14 | ‐ | Exercise (basketball) | None | 6 d |
| 2 | Female | 15 | 18.3 | None | None | 4 d |
| 3 | Female | 22 | 22.7 | Asthma exacerbation | Asthma | 5 d |
| 4 | Female | 16 | 14.0 | None | Anorexia nervosa | 2 mo |
BMI, body mass index.
