Novel application of biological glue in the management of a complicated pneumothorax in cystic fibrosis

Pediatr Pulmonol. 2002 Aug;34(2):138-40. doi: 10.1002/ppul.10112.

Abstract

Spontaneous pneumothorax is a frequent complication in advanced lung disease of cystic fibrosis. We describe a case of a complicated pneumothorax in a 21-year old-woman with cystic fibrosis who was effectively treated with the application of biological glue via a minithoracotomy.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adhesives / therapeutic use*
  • Adult
  • Biocompatible Materials / therapeutic use*
  • Cystic Fibrosis / complications*
  • Cystic Fibrosis / diagnostic imaging
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Pneumothorax / diagnostic imaging
  • Pneumothorax / etiology*
  • Pneumothorax / therapy*
  • Radiography

Substances

  • Adhesives
  • Biocompatible Materials