Pneumothorax: observation

J Thorac Dis. 2014 Oct;6(Suppl 4):S421-6. doi: 10.3978/j.issn.2072-1439.2014.08.32.

Abstract

Pneumothorax based on the cause, it can be divided into two large categories; primary and secondary. The staging of pneumothorax plays a crucial role for treatment. Currently both thoracic surgeons and pulmonary physicians can handle efficiently treatment. Pulmonary physicians with the minimally medical thoracoscopy while thoracic surgeons with a more extensive intervention. Experience defines the outcome in most situations and not the method. In our current work we will present data regarding the observation of pneumothorax from a panel of experts.

Keywords: Pneumothorax; conservative management; interventional treatment; primary spontaneous pneumothorax (PSP); secondary spontaneous pneumothorax (SSP).

Publication types

  • Review