Four cases of contralateral pneumothorax after pneumonectomy.
case_series · Level IV
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.athoracsur.2013.12.066.
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Abstract
Contralateral pneumothorax after pneumonectomy (CPAP) is a rare but potentially fatal condition. Therefore, when treating CPAP prevention of recurrence is very important. Despite a number of case reports about CPAP, its management is still controversial. We describe 4 cases of CPAP that were treated successfully by bullectomy and coverage with absorbable polyglactin mesh.
Medical subject headings
- Pneumonectomy
- Pneumothorax