Pneumothorax

Respiration. 2008;76(2):121-7. doi: 10.1159/000135932. Epub 2008 Jun 26.

Abstract

Pneumothorax represents a common clinical problem. An overview of relevant and updated information on epidemiology, pathophysiology, and management of spontaneous (primary and secondary), catamenial, and traumatic (iatrogenic and noniatrogenic) pneumothorax is given.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Iatrogenic Disease / epidemiology
  • Menstrual Cycle
  • Pneumothorax / epidemiology*
  • Pneumothorax / etiology
  • Pneumothorax / physiopathology
  • Pneumothorax / therapy
  • Thoracic Injuries / complications