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This report aims to describe an unusual case of pneumocephalus triggered by a Valsalva maneuver and review existing literature.

A Case of Pneumocephalus on Valsalva Maneuver: A Case Report and Literature Review

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Case report demonstrates pneumocephalus following Valsalva maneuver, indicating need for neuroimaging in atypical headaches.

This report aims to describe an unusual case of pneumocephalus triggered by a Valsalva maneuver and review existing literature.
Presented a case of a 45-year-old woman experiencing a headache after Valsalva maneuver
Diagnosed using brain CT and MRI, ruling out anatomical defects
Managed conservatively with follow-up imaging to assess resolution
Brain CT revealed a small, isolated pneumocephalus without anatomical defects
Patient's symptoms resolved with conservative management and imaging showed spontaneous resorption of air
Highlights the rarity and necessity of recognizing pneumocephalus in emergency settings

Chergui et al. (2026) studied this question.

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