Unusual causes of pneumothorax

J Thorac Dis. 2014 Oct;6(Suppl 4):S392-403. doi: 10.3978/j.issn.2072-1439.2014.08.07.

Abstract

Pneumothorax is divided to primary and secondary. It is a situation that requires immediate treatment, otherwise it could have severe health consequences. Pneumothorax can be treated either by thoracic surgeons, or pulmonary physicians. In our current work, we will focus on unusual cases of pneumothorax. We will provide the etiology and treatment for each case, also a discussion will be made for each situation.

Keywords: Pneumothorax; cases; unusual pneumothorax.

Publication types

  • Review