Chronic pain due to talc pleurodesis for spontaneous pneumothorax.

Milton, Richard; Cale, Alex R J · Ann Thorac Surg · 2003

case_report · Level V

Where this comes from

Abstract

Spontaneous pneumothorax is a common condition that usually affects young adults. Talc insufflation, either as a poudrage or by using slurry, is recognized as an effective treatment. We report a case of talc that resulted in chronic debilitating pain and necessitated further surgery.

Medical subject headings